Judd Apatow Returns to Host DGA Awards

Oscar host’s first return since her Comedy Central show, “Inside Amy Schumer,” ended in 2016 (give or take some specials in 2017 and 2019). “Life & Beth” is a half-hour dramedy following Beth (Schumer, 40, who also created, wrote, and directed the show, based on many of her own experiences). Beth is wine saleswoman who’s pushing 40, lives in Manhattan, has vapid boyfriend who’s the life of the party, Matt (“Inside Amy Schumer” alum Kevin Kane), and a difficult relationship with her self-absorbed mom, Jane (Laura Benanti).

an unfinished Jane Austen novel of the same name, “Sanditon,” is set in the early 1800s England. Season 1 follows Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams), who travels to the seaside resort of Sanditon. There, she meets a slew of colorful characters including her surly love interest Sidney Parker (Theo James), his entrepreneur brother Tom (Kris Marshall), West Indian heiress and Jane Austen’s first black heroine, Georgiana Lambe (Crystal Clarke) and sassy Lady Denham (Anne Reid).

one — and there can only ever be one — first “American Idol”: Kelly Clarkson. Catapulted to fame by winning the first season of the hit series, the living legend has stayed at the top of pop culture since the first day she crossed the world’s television screens. The multitalented, multiaward-winning powerhouse has touched the entire globe with her voice, personality and heart — becoming one of the most successful artists in history.

whose assets were frozen by the British government Thursday over Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine, and Mikhail Fridman, the sanctioned co-founder of Alfa Bank.He is also said to have cultivated relationships with Russia’s most important museum, run by a close associate of President Vladimir Putin.With Ukrainian artists and others calling for more sanctions in the cultural sector, such relationships may soon be under scrutiny, analysts say.The Gagosian Gallery in New York did not return The Post’s calls and an email seeking comment this week.Gagosian, who owns several galleries around the world, has long held close ties to Abramovich, the owner of the UK’s Chelsea football club, helping him and ex-wife Dasha Zhukova build up a massive art collection. It includes pieces by artists Francis Bacon and Damien Hirst, whose work has been represented by Gagosian’s galleries.

Trouble in paradise? Katie Maloney sparked rumors of a possible split with husband Tom Schwartz after she shared a photo of herself without her wedding ring. Taking to her Instagram on Thursday (March 10), the Vanderpump Rules star had fans in a frenzy with a snap (below) of herself enjoying a cocktail with BFF and former co-star Stassi Schroeder. Eyebrows were instantly raised as the pair both posed with their heads leaning on their left hands — Stassi clearly wearing a ring, while Katie’s was nowhere to be seen!

Julia Haart, the star of the Netflix reality series My Unorthodox Life, is wanted by police for allegedly stealing a car.

Jamie Lee Curtis is opening up about her choice in not wearing any prosthetics for her new role in Everything Everywhere All at Once.

the “Belfast” team is expected to be a strong presence at the BAFTAs, where Kenneth Branagh’s coming-of-age tale is in the running for several prizes, including Best Film and Best Original Screenplay. And with 11 nominations from the Critics Choice Awards — tying it with “West Side Story” as the top nominee — “Belfast” will be a centerpiece of that gathering as well.

The next generation! Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann’s 19-year-old daughter, Iris, is dating Kate Hudson’s 18-year-old son, Ryder.

Kate Hudson‘s son Ryder Robinson, 18, is dating someone who also has familial ties to Hollywood. The teenager revealed on Instagram Tuesday, Feb. 15 that he’s in a relationship with Iris Apatow, the 19-year-old daughter of movie director Judd Apatow, 54, and actress Leslie Mann, 49. Iris is also the younger sister of actress Maude Apatow, 24, who plays Lexi on Euphoria.

Teenage love has been tested between Kate Hudson‘s son and Judd Apatow‘s daughter – and it’s mother approved!

Kate Hudson's son and Judd Apatow's daughter — and it's mother approved!Hudson and Apatow's wife, actress Leslie Mann, are giddy after Hudson's son, Ryder, and Apatow and Mann's daughter, Iris, made their budding relationship Instagram official on Valentine's Day. Ryder, 18, took to the social media platform and shared a pic of him and Iris, 19. They appear to be hanging out at a restaurant, where Ryder's planting a kiss on Iris' cheek.

Video: Cumberbatch and Colman land Oscar nods as The Power Of The Dog leads the pack (PA Media)Sir Kenneth Branagh: Belfast film inspired by '20 seconds where my life changed forever'Bat Out Of Hell cast vow to ‘keep flame of rock and roll burning’ for Meat LoafMeat Loaf: Bat Out Of Hell musical stars pay tribute as rock singer dies aged 74BBC reporter on Meat Loaf's friendship with Jim Steinman and his death, aged 74Singer Meat Loaf dies aged 74Maisie Smith: We never stop laughing on Strictly tourDisney shares trailer for infamous sex tape drama Pam And TommySteven Knight on Peaky Blinders movie and Stephen GrahamPeaky Blinders to be adapted into dance show premiering in BirminghamSir David Attenborough hopes Green Planet will make people realise importance of plantsRoyal Mail celebrates The Rolling Stones with special stampsThe Power Of The Dog and Succession triumph at muted Golden GlobesUS comedian Bob Saget dies aged 65Cyrano stars and director discuss movie ahead of its releaseMy one regret is taking working with David Bowie for granted, says collaboratorSir Sidney Poitier dies at the age of 94The film industry's highest honors, which are handed out by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, have not had a host since 2018. Representatives for the actors, the academy and ABC did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

Julia Fox can’t help but laugh at Kanye West amid a rough patch in their relationship.As you probably already know, it seems like every celebrity in the world was at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA for Super Bowl LVI on Sunday, February 13. Some of the big names in the building included Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, Jay-Z and Beyoncé, LeBron James and his wife Savannah, and Kanye West along with two of his kids, North and Saint. Sitting behind Kanye and the kids were film maker Judd Apatow and his wife, actress Leslie Mann, who got a kick out of watch the rapper’s antics in real time.

Yesterday, the world found out that legendary filmmaker, Ivan Reitman passed away at the age of 75. The filmmaker behind some of the most iconic comedies of all time, including “Ghostbusters,” “Stripes,” and “Kindergarten Cop” (I’ll fight you about that last one), touched millions with his work over the decades.

Zack Sharf Denis Villeneuve recently told MovieMaker magazine that he is “deeply pleased” with “Dune” landing 10 Oscar nominations, second only to Jane Campion’s “The Power of the Dog” as the most nominated film at the 94th Academy Awards. While “Dune” broke into the best picture race and landed nominations in every craft category, Villeneuve himself got shut out of the best director race.

94th Academy Awards will see different hosts every hour at this year’s ceremony.The event has been hostless since 2018, but according to The Hollywood Reporter, a new plan is being put in place which will give the Academy an opportunity to hire hosts who can attract different demographics.This year’s ceremony, which will see the Oscars return to Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre, will be held on March 27.Those attending the ceremony will also not have to show proof of vaccination against COVID.Nominations for this year’s Oscars were revealed last week, with Jane Campion’s The Power Of The Dog and Denis Villeneuve’s Dune leading the nods. Belfast and Guillermo Del Toro’s Nightmare Alley have also chalked up some nominations.Lady Gaga congratulated the 2022 Oscar nominees after House Of Gucci received only one nomination.The singer and actor, who played Patrizia Reggiani in House Of Gucci, was left out of the Best Actress race at the Oscars despite earning nominations at other major award shows including the BAFTAs, Golden Globes, SAG Awards and Critics Choice Awards.Meanwhile, Kevin Smith also recently responded to Spider-Man: No Way Home being snubbed for Best Picture at the 2022 Oscars.The blockbuster Marvel film, which is currently the sixth biggest movie of all time at the box office, was nominated for one Oscar this year, for Best Visual Effects.

died Saturday night. Now, those who loved and worked with the filmmaker are remembering “a true legend.”“Our family is grieving the unexpected loss of a husband, father, and grandfather who taught us to always seek the magic in life,” Reitman’s children said in a joint statement shared with the Associated Press that was published Sunday. “We take comfort that his work as a filmmaker brought laughter and happiness to countless others around the world.

Zack Sharf Josh Brolin has a bone to pick with the Academy after it nominated “Dune” for 10 Oscars but shut out filmmaker Denis Villeneuve from the director category. “Dune” landed in the best picture race and earned nominations in every individual crafts category, which made Villeneuve’s omission one of the biggest nomination snubs of the year.

When it comes to awards snubs, Josh Brolin has Denis Villeneuve’s back.

Respect for the underlying material is the key to film adaptation, agreed panelists tonight at the WGA Foundation’s Beyond Words panel discussion featuring this year’s WGA Awards nominees for adapted screenplay.

Judd Apatow is returning to host the 74th Annual DGA Awards and Beth McCarthy-Miller has been named chair of the event, which will be held March 12 at the Beverly Hilton.

Clayton Davis The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences has announced a new date for their annual Governors Awards to honor Danny Glover, Samuel L. Jackson, Elaine May and Liv Ullman.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterTwo new movies, Kenneth Branagh’s star-studded murder mystery “Death on the Nile” and Jennifer Lopez’s romantic comedy “Marry Me,” hope to appeal to people who aren’t all that interested in Super Bowl festivities.Football’s biggest weekend has traditionally led to lighter movie theater attendance, though Disney and Universal (the studios behind the box office’s newest offerings) are banking on their films to serve as can’t-miss counterprogramming against Sunday’s big game.“Death on the Nile” looks to have a leg up on the competition; it’s on track to open to $11 million to $14 million from 3,200 theaters. “Marry Me,” which is landing on the streaming service Peacock on the same day as its theatrical release, is estimated to collect at least $10 million from 3,600 venues between Friday and Sunday.

Belfast creator Sir Kenneth Branagh says Outlander star Caitriona Balfe will return to the Oscars stage despite her snub at this year's ceremony.

Angelique Jackson On Tuesday, “The Power of the Dog” director Jane Campion made Oscars history as the first woman to receive two best director nominations. Campion is nominated in the 2022 Oscars directing category opposite Steven Spielberg for “West Side Story,” Kenneth Branagh for “Belfast,” Paul Thomas Anderson for “Licorice Pizza” and Ryusuke Hamaguchi for “Drive My Car.” Her first Oscar nod for directing came in 1994 when she was nominated for “The Piano” at the 66th Academy Awards.

Is this finally the year Netflix’s dreams come true and it takes a Best Picture Oscar?

Is this finally the year Netflix’s dreams come true and it takes a Best Picture Oscar?

The 2022 Oscar nominations are in.

The Oscar nominations are in!

The 2022 Oscar nominations are in.

Zack Sharf Jane Campion has entered the Oscars history books following the 2022 nominations, as the New Zealand helmer is now the first woman filmmaker to boast two career nominations in the best director category.Campion is nominated for directing this year thanks to her acclaimed work on the Netflix-backed “The Power of the Dog,” which also won her the directing prize at last year’s Venice Film Festival and nabbed her a nomination at the Directors Guild of America Awards. Campion’s first Oscar nomination for directing came in 1994 when she was nominated for “The Piano” at the 66th Academy Awards.

The 2022 Oscar nominations are due to be announced later today following the release of the Bafta 2022 nominees last week.

Oscars are being announced today – scroll down to read the full list of nominees as they are revealed.Tracee Ellis Ross and Leslie Jordan are hosting the nominations event and reading out the names today (February 8) from 1:18pm GMT/8:18am ET/5:18am PT, with nominees due to be confirmed in two lots – you can tune in here.The 94th Academy Awards will take place on Sunday, March 27 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, and the ceremony will have a host this year for the first time since 2017.Jimmy Kimmel hosted the show that year, while Kevin Hart was due to oversee the ceremony the following year but dropped out after a number of past homophobic tweets resurfaced.

Daniel Craig may be done with James Bond, but his next franchise is well and truly already established. Having portrayed Detective Benoit Blanc in Rian Johnson's Knives Out, the No Time To Die star returns for another murder mystery as the Southern gentlemen. Untitled Knives Out 2 was shot on the Greek island of Spetses last summer and sees the former 007 opposite an amazing cast just like last time.