Imagine Entertainment, Warner Music Group Join Forces to Produce and Finance Music-Centered Projects

Clayton Davis Variety's Awards Circuit is home to the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars and Emmys ceremonies from film awards editor Clayton Davis. Following history, buzz, news, reviews and sources, the Oscar and Emmy predictions are updated regularly with the current year's list of contenders in all categories.

Julia Fox is aware of the “Uncut Gems” trend. TikTok users have created a viral craze after a recent clip of the actress from the “Call Her Daddy” podcast surfaced. In the original, Fox is asked about being Kanye “Ye” West’s muse. While answering the question, the 32-year-old responds, “I was Josh Safdie’s muse when he wrote ‘Uncut Gems’.”

With John Mayer’s lengthy dating history– he knows he has made a name for himself.

There is more to the story about why Shailene Woodley and Aaron Rodgers called it quits!

Sounds like it’s past time for Jimmy Fallon and others to answer some really difficult questions.

Emmerdale fans think they have worked out a new twist on the ITV soap involving murderer Meena Jutla and Billy Fletcher. On the latest episode, Meena appeared to get her comeuppance as she was finally put into police custody after inflicting months of evil in the village.

Donny Osmond is flabbergasted at the fact «Puppy Love» is on the verge of celebrating its 50th anniversary. And, after all these years, he looks back on the song that put him on the fast-track to becoming a teen idol, and why he respects the song so much.The 64-year-old crooner sat down with ET's Nischelle Turner and they traveled down memory lane as he gears up to celebrate the song's milestone Saturday at his solo residency at Harrah's Las Vegas. «I can't believe it's been 50 years since I released 'Puppy Love,'» Osmond tells Turner, who compliments his still «smooth as silk» voice but can't help but take notice that Osmond belted out the song live on ET's set in a different key, unlike when he did as a 13-year-old back in 1972.«Oh, I've done it in so many different keys,» Osmond explained.

There has been a change in plans for the COVID-19 vaccination policies for the upcoming 2022 Oscars ceremony, which will take place in Hollywood on March 27.

In an update to the Oscars’ announced Covid policies, presenters and performers at next month’s Academy Awards will not be required to show proof of vaccination, but nominees and guests will.

Over the hill? More like over-the-top sexy! Some of Hollywood’s hottest and most glamorous stars — think Jennifer Lopez, Nicole Kidman and Sofia Vergara — prove that some things get better with age.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorJeremy O. Harris moved to Los Angeles and lived in the city for about six years trying to be a “serious film actor” before becoming the celebrated playwright he is today.“I realized I didn’t love film and TV acting,” Harris says. “I loved the theater, so I started the process of becoming a theater artist in the safety and privacy of L.A.

Ellise Shafer This year’s Academy Awards will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for most — but not all — inside the Dolby Theater, Variety has confirmed.As the New York Times first reported, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences determined on Thursday that all nominees and invited guests must show proof of vaccination and test negative at least twice via PCR testing. Those performing and presenting at the awards ceremony, on the other hand, will not need to show proof of vaccination, but will be tested rigorously.This marks a shift in the Academy’s COVID-19 policy, as it was reported on Feb.

Angelique Jackson Nearly 30 years since their Oscar-winning collaboration on “Forrest Gump,” Tom Hanks, Robert Zemeckis and Eric Roth will reunite for a new movie.The trio are set to adapt the graphic novel, “Here,” with Hanks attached to star, Zemeckis to direct and Roth to pen the script.Deadline was first to report news of the film package.More to come…

Olivia Culpo and boyfriend Christian McCaffrey.A source tells ET that «Olivia and Christian are serious and very in love,» after dating for just over two years.«They have been thinking about taking their relationship to the next level and have talked about getting engaged,» the source adds. «Christian is really close with Olivia's family and her sisters love him.»The 29-year-old Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model and the 25-year-old Carolina Panthers running back recently turned heads online when they packed on the PDA in some Valentine's Day posts Culpo shared to Instagram.«My best friend ❤️❤️❤️ happy Valentine’s Day baby» Culpo captioned a black-and-white snapshot showing the cute swimsuit-clad couple locking lips on the beach.A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo)Culpo had McCaffrey have not shied away from sharing their relationship — and impressive physiques — with their fans and followers over the course their romance.From kissing on the beach, to kissing over a romantic dinner date, to kissing at a photoshoot, the couple certainly have a flair for PDA.A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo)A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo)A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo)A post shared by Olivia Frances Culpo (@oliviaculpo) Olivia Culpo, Jasmine Sanders & Kate Bock Are SI Swimsuit Cover Models Olivia Culpo Shares Photo with 16-Year-Old Lexi Altobelli After Losing Parents and Sister in Kobe Bryant Crash Olivia Culpo Says She's Not Ready to Start Looking for Love at the 2018 CMA Awards (Exclusive)  

Britney Spears, 40, isn’t letting the former conservatorship she was locked in for 13 years hold her down any longer. After revealing yesterday that she was invited by The White House to speak in front of Congress and share her story, a source close to the singer told HollywoodLife EXCLUSIVELY that Britney wants to do her part to ensure others don’t have to experience what she went through. “Britney has been discussing with her team a lot of ways that she can give back to others who have been through similar situations,” the source said. “And she wants to help!”

Brad Pitt is taking Angelina Jolie to court over the sale of their winery.

Moving away from Instagram and coming to television sometime soon???

One woman went above and beyond just to temporarily get out of work!

The popular FX series Atlanta is coming to an end following the upcoming fourth season.

Tom Holland and Zendaya are enjoying a fun night out with their friends!

Off the market! Bachelor Nation thinks they’ve identified Greg Grippo’s girlfriend after he confirmed that he’s dating someone new.

Back at it. Brad Pitt is suing ex-wife Angelina Jolie for allegedly selling her stake in Château Miraval behind his back.

50 Cent is projecting “I’m The Man” energy in his recent clap back against fat shamers who have criticized his body following his Super Bowl performance. The 46-year-old rapper shocked Halftime Show viewers when he made not only a surprise appearance but a dramatic entrance as he hung upside-down from the ceiling as he sang “In Da Club.” Despite his impressive performance, some haters could only focus on his physique and took to social media to insult him, as documented by New York Post.

Will Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker move to Napa, California? The couple got cozy in a recent Instagram photo series shared by Kourtney where they celebrated with a romantic vacation for two in the Northern California region. The Poosh founder shared images of intimate dinner tents, the gorgeous West Coast mountains, and a candlelit scene with a delicious-looking glass of white wine. “I’m moving to Napa,” Kourt wrote in the caption. 

Heineken will raise the price of its lagers due to current impact of inflation.

EXCLUSIVE: HBO Max is not moving forward with half-hour family comedy pilot Camp Friends (working title).

Appearing on the UK’s 5 News with Boyzone singer Keith Duffy, the pair swerved from discussing their upcoming tour as ‘Boyzlife’ to ask what was going on with the show, which is beloved by Australians and British folks alike.

Quentin Tarantino only has one movie left in his vow to retire after 10 films and Uma Thurman is weighing in on the possibility of that being “Kill Bill Vol. 3”.

Prince Charles and Princess Anne teamed up for a rare royal engagement together.

MGM has acquired the rights to the Ron Howard-directed Thai cave rescue movie Thirteen Lives. The film tells the true story of the 2018 rescue of 12 boys and their soccer coach from a flooded, impenetrable cave system in Thailand, which gained international attention.

Break out the guitar and the guns. Nicolas Cage will lead a new scripted TV series as Joe Exotic, the subject of the Netflix docuseries Tiger King, CBS TV Studios announced on Monday, May 4. The eight-episode limited series has not yet landed at a network.

Sony Pictures Classics has acquired the worldwide rights to the Imagine Documentaries and CNN Films documentary Julia,about Julia Child, the celebrity TV chef and cookbook author. The film, directed by Oscar-nominated RBG filmmakers Betsy West and Julie Cohen, will be executive produced by Ron Howard and Brian Grazer.

By Andreas Wiseman

As music biopics on superstars like Elton John, Elvis and Aretha Franklin continue to dominate the big screen, Imagine Entertainment has inked amulti-year strategic partnership with Warner Music Group. Under the pact, the banner from Ron Howard and Brian Grazer will co-produce and co-finance a slate of projects that will span film, television, documentary and short-form content.