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Odessa A'zion exits A24 film after backlash to her being cast as character with Mexican heritage
The actor said she has dropped out of the adaptation of the novel "Deep Cuts" after online outcry over her casting.
Bruce Springsteen slams ICE in new song dedicated to the people of Minneapolis
“Streets of Minneapolis,” which Springsteen wrote Saturday and recorded Tuesday, is a “response to the state terror being visited on the city," he said on Instagram.
'ICE OUT' pins, political panels and a punch: How Sundance Film Fest grappled with Minnesota news
There's a long history of activism at Sundance, but this year politics weren't top of mind until news broke of the latest fatal shooting in Minnesota.
TikTok puts its creators in the Hollywood spotlight at Sundance
The platform sent 10 creators to the film festival to produce real-time content from red carpets, panels and parties.
'Brat' Sundance: How Charli XCX became the new queen of indie film
The singer is in three films this year including the concert mockumentary "The Moment," which premiered Friday night.
Oscars 2026 nominations live updates: 'Sinners' sets new Oscar record with 16 nominations
Nominees in 24 categories for the 98th Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning by actors Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman.
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'Heated Rivalry' actors Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie running with Olympic torch
The steamy HBO Max drama about closeted ice hockey stars has been an unexpected hit.
Prue Leith announces she's leaving 'The Great British Bake Off'
The renowned chef and culinary educator known for her colorful outfits, cheeriness and cheek, announced her departure after nine series.
Taylor Swift inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame as one of its youngest members ever
The 36-year-old superstar submitted "All Too Well (10 Minute Version)," "Blank Space" and other hits for her successful nomination. 
Joan Baez, John Mayer among thousands celebrating Grateful Dead's Bob Weir in San Francisco
The Deadhead community gathered to remember the late guitarist, who died last week.
Mattel adds an autistic Barbie to its line devoted to showcasing diversity and inclusion
The eyes of the new doll shift slightly to the side to represent how some people with autism sometimes avoid direct eye contact.
