The Producers Guild of America Awards awarded Chloé Zhao’s “” with their top prize, one of the key indicators for the Academy Awards, particularly the best picture category. Edging out its closest competitors including Emerald Fennell’s “Promising Young Woman,” Lee Isaac Chung’s “Minari” and Aaron Sorkin’s “The Trial of the Chicago 7,” this might just end any questions about whether or not the moving drama is running away with the ’ big prize.All the acceptance speeches were pre-recorded with “Nomadland” giving a more produced, glitzier presentation than what we’ve seen at other award...…The Producers Guild of America Awards awarded Chloé Zhao’s “” with their top prize, one of the key indicators for the Academy Awards, particularly the best picture category. Edging out its closest competitors including Emerald Fennell’s “Promising Young Woman,” Lee Isaac Chung’s “Minari” and Aaron Sorkin’s “The Trial of the Chicago 7,” this might just end any questions about whether or not the moving drama is running away with the ’ big prize.All the acceptance speeches were pre-recorded with “Nomadland” giving a more produced, glitzier presentation than what we’ve seen at other award...WW…

is disputing comments made by WarnerMedia Studios CEO regarding the investigation into Fisher’s allegations of misconduct on the “” set.Fisher has alleged that Warner Bros. executives the investigation of behavior regarding the film, which director Joss Whedon took over after original director Zack Snyder stepped away in 2017 due to a family tragedy.In an , Sarnoff said that the investigation did not corroborate those claims, specifically that DC Films President Walter Hamada attempted to interfere in the investigation.“Our investigator, Judge Katherine Forrest, has issued statements...…is disputing comments made by WarnerMedia Studios CEO regarding the investigation into Fisher’s allegations of misconduct on the “” set.Fisher has alleged that Warner Bros. executives the investigation of behavior regarding the film, which director Joss Whedon took over after original director Zack Snyder stepped away in 2017 due to a family tragedy.In an , Sarnoff said that the investigation did not corroborate those claims, specifically that DC Films President Walter Hamada attempted to interfere in the investigation.“Our investigator, Judge Katherine Forrest, has issued statements...WW…

, an actor known for his performances in “,” the James Bond film “” and the television series “Homicide: Life on the Street,” has died, his agent Ryan Goldhar confirmed to Variety. He was 81.Kotto’s wife, Tessie Sinahon, first posted about Kotto’s death on  Monday night.“I’m saddened and still in shocked of the passing of my husband Yaphet of 24 years. He died last night around 10:30pm Philippine time,” she wrote. “…You played a villain on some of your movies but for me you’re a real hero and to a lot of people also. A good man, a good father, a good husband and a decent human being,...…, an actor known for his performances in “,” the James Bond film “” and the television series “Homicide: Life on the Street,” has died, his agent Ryan Goldhar confirmed to Variety. He was 81.Kotto’s wife, Tessie Sinahon, first posted about Kotto’s death on  Monday night.“I’m saddened and still in shocked of the passing of my husband Yaphet of 24 years. He died last night around 10:30pm Philippine time,” she wrote. “…You played a villain on some of your movies but for me you’re a real hero and to a lot of people also. A good man, a good father, a good husband and a decent human being,...WW…

Chris Pizzello/Invision/APThis year’s Grammy Awards are finally here.Originally set for Jan. 31, tonight’s Trevor Noah-hosted ceremony will be broadcast on CBS, from the Los Angeles Convention Center, beginning at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. The untelevised pre-telecast begins at 12 p.m. PT. The show’s lineup boasts an impressive 22 performers, including Harry Styles, Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, BTS, Billie Eilish, Post Malone and Megan Thee Stallion. First-time Grammys executive producer  Variety that the performances will be a mix of live and pre-recorded sets, and will take place from...…Chris Pizzello/Invision/APThis year’s Grammy Awards are finally here.Originally set for Jan. 31, tonight’s Trevor Noah-hosted ceremony will be broadcast on CBS, from the Los Angeles Convention Center, beginning at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET. The untelevised pre-telecast begins at 12 p.m. PT. The show’s lineup boasts an impressive 22 performers, including Harry Styles, Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, BTS, Billie Eilish, Post Malone and Megan Thee Stallion. First-time Grammys executive producer  Variety that the performances will be a mix of live and pre-recorded sets, and will take place from...WW…

Though this year’s ceremony is over, the revelation that the Hollywood Foreign Press Association — the non-profit organization behind the awards show — has not had a single Black member since before 2002 continues to draw scrutiny.In a new interview with Australia’s Today Show, Australian member Jenny Cooney said that the group’s lack of Black members was “not really anything we focused on” and not something they considered “a problem” due to their globally-focused criteria.“I think for the HFPA, we’ve always considered ourselves such a culturally diverse group. I think 35% of our members...…Though this year’s ceremony is over, the revelation that the Hollywood Foreign Press Association — the non-profit organization behind the awards show — has not had a single Black member since before 2002 continues to draw scrutiny.In a new interview with Australia’s Today Show, Australian member Jenny Cooney said that the group’s lack of Black members was “not really anything we focused on” and not something they considered “a problem” due to their globally-focused criteria.“I think for the HFPA, we’ve always considered ourselves such a culturally diverse group. I think 35% of our members...WW…

The -born movie theater chain has announced that it will keep its COVID-19 safety measures in place, despite Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order lifting the mask mandate and reopening the state.In a statement posted to its official Twitter account on Tuesday, Alamo Drafthouse reaffirmed its COVID-19 precautions and took a stance against Abbott.“Alamo Drafthouse’s mandatory mask policy remains in place, as well as our 6′ social distancing protocols, and all of the other safety measures we’ve had in place across the country since last year,” the statement reads. “We are only following...…The -born movie theater chain has announced that it will keep its COVID-19 safety measures in place, despite Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order lifting the mask mandate and reopening the state.In a statement posted to its official Twitter account on Tuesday, Alamo Drafthouse reaffirmed its COVID-19 precautions and took a stance against Abbott.“Alamo Drafthouse’s mandatory mask policy remains in place, as well as our 6′ social distancing protocols, and all of the other safety measures we’ve had in place across the country since last year,” the statement reads. “We are only following...WW…

and Sen. have been engaged in a heated Twitter exchange for a few days now, sparring over everything from the Paris Climate Agreement to the Disney film “Fantasia.”It all started on Inauguration Day, when Cruz criticized President Joe Biden for reentering the Paris Climate Agreement, to which Rogen responded: “Fuck off you fascist.”Cruz then attached a screenshot of that interaction in another tweet, writing: “Charming, civil, educated response. @Sethrogen If you’re a rich, angry Hollywood celebrity, today’s Dems are the party for you. If you’re blue collar, if you’re a union member, if you...…and Sen. have been engaged in a heated Twitter exchange for a few days now, sparring over everything from the Paris Climate Agreement to the Disney film “Fantasia.”It all started on Inauguration Day, when Cruz criticized President Joe Biden for reentering the Paris Climate Agreement, to which Rogen responded: “Fuck off you fascist.”Cruz then attached a screenshot of that interaction in another tweet, writing: “Charming, civil, educated response. @Sethrogen If you’re a rich, angry Hollywood celebrity, today’s Dems are the party for you. If you’re blue collar, if you’re a union member, if you...WW…

Good news for Muppet enthusiasts – all five seasons of “” will be available to stream on on Feb. 19.Created by the legendary Jim Henson, the original “Muppet Show” was a variety half-hour featuring Kermit the Frog as the showrunner and host. The series originally aired from 1976 to 1981 on ITV in the U.K. and on CBS in the U.S. In addition to the show’s first three seasons, seasons 4 and 5 will also be available to stream for the first time.Beyond Kermit, “The Muppet Show” features Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, the Swedish Chef, Sam the Eagle, aged hecklers Statler and Waldorf and other...…Good news for Muppet enthusiasts – all five seasons of “” will be available to stream on on Feb. 19.Created by the legendary Jim Henson, the original “Muppet Show” was a variety half-hour featuring Kermit the Frog as the showrunner and host. The series originally aired from 1976 to 1981 on ITV in the U.K. and on CBS in the U.S. In addition to the show’s first three seasons, seasons 4 and 5 will also be available to stream for the first time.Beyond Kermit, “The Muppet Show” features Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, the Swedish Chef, Sam the Eagle, aged hecklers Statler and Waldorf and other...WW…

, an Emmy-nominated editor for “Key & Peele” and “Drunk History,” among other comedy shows, has died. He was 43.Actor and comedian Jonah Ray first announced the news on Instagram.”Ask anybody, they will tell you that Neil was the best guy,” Ray wrote. “He cared so much about his friends. He kept up with every friend he’d ever made.”In an obituary for Mahoney published in the , Ray wrote that Mahoney fell asleep in his home in Echo Park on Jan. 7 and never woke up.Born March 7, 1977 in Massachusetts and raised in Cape Cod, Mahoney graduated from Emerson College and scored a job in Los...…, an Emmy-nominated editor for “Key & Peele” and “Drunk History,” among other comedy shows, has died. He was 43.Actor and comedian Jonah Ray first announced the news on Instagram.”Ask anybody, they will tell you that Neil was the best guy,” Ray wrote. “He cared so much about his friends. He kept up with every friend he’d ever made.”In an obituary for Mahoney published in the , Ray wrote that Mahoney fell asleep in his home in Echo Park on Jan. 7 and never woke up.Born March 7, 1977 in Massachusetts and raised in Cape Cod, Mahoney graduated from Emerson College and scored a job in Los...WW…

, the drummer for Grammy-winning band , has been arrested and is facing child abuse charges.According to the , Johnson was arrested on March 24 after he was indicted on charges including “willful torture, willful abuse and cruelly beating or otherwise willfully maltreating a child under the age of 18.”Johnson is currently in custody at the Limestone County Jail in Athens, Ala., with bond set at $21,500. His arraignment date is April 7.Representatives for Alabama Shakes did not immediately respond to Variety‘s request for comment.In March 2020, Johnson pleaded guilty to violating a...…, the drummer for Grammy-winning band , has been arrested and is facing child abuse charges.According to the , Johnson was arrested on March 24 after he was indicted on charges including “willful torture, willful abuse and cruelly beating or otherwise willfully maltreating a child under the age of 18.”Johnson is currently in custody at the Limestone County Jail in Athens, Ala., with bond set at $21,500. His arraignment date is April 7.Representatives for Alabama Shakes did not immediately respond to Variety‘s request for comment.In March 2020, Johnson pleaded guilty to violating a...WW…