Arts Dec 26 14 favorite movies of 2025, according to these critics By Simon Epstein, Jeffrey Brown, Anne Azzi Davenport
Arts Dec 25 Mohammad Bakri, renowned Palestinian actor and filmmaker, dies at 72 Over the years, Bakri made several films that spanned the spectrum of Palestinian experiences. By Melanie Lidman, Associated Press
Nation Dec 16 Prosecutors weigh charges against Rob and Michele Singer Reiner's son over killings that stunned Hollywood Los Angeles police said they would present a case on Tuesday to prosecutors for potential charges. By Christopher Weber, Mike Balsamo, Associated Press
Arts Dec 15 Comedy giant Rob Reiner and wife Michele found dead Reiner became one of the preeminent filmmakers of his generation with movies such as “The Princess Bride,” “When Harry Met Sally …” and “This Is Spinal Tap.” He was 78. By Jake Coyle, Associated Press
Arts Nov 11 Sally Kirkland, Oscar-nominated screen and stage star, dies at age 84 Her biggest role was in 1987's “Anna” as a fading Czech movie star remaking her life in the United States. By Mark Kennedy, Associated Press
Jul 15 'Severance' leads Emmy noms with 27 as 'The Studio' tops comedies with 23 By Andrew Dalton, Associated Press No other dramas came close to the dystopian workplace series “Severance,” which achieved a convergence of acclaim and audience buzz for its second season. Continue reading
May 26 Phil Robertson, 'Duck Dynasty' patriarch and conservative cultural icon, dies at 79 By Associated Press Robertson, who turned his small duck calling interest in the sportsman's paradise of northern Louisiana into a big business, died Sunday, according to his family. Continue reading
May 20 George Wendt, actor whose name everyone knew on 'Cheers,' dies at 76 By Mark Kennedy, Associated Press On "Cheers," Wendt's entrances were always cheered with a warm “Norm!” — and his wisecracks always landed. He later crafted a stage career that took him to Broadway in “Art,” “Hairspray” and “Elf.”… Continue reading
Mar 03 PHOTOS: 6 key moments from the Oscars By Mark Kennedy, Associated Press Host Conan O’Brien took a back seat at the Oscars' opening number, ceding the floor to a “Wizard of Oz”-themed, 8-minute musical medley led by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. Continue reading
Oct 29 Teri Garr, funny star of 'Young Frankenstein' and 'Tootsie,' dies at 79 By Bob Thomas, Associated Press The quirky comedy actor who rose from background dancer in Elvis Presley movies to favorites such as "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie" died Tuesday of multiple sclerosis. Continue reading