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Hollywood reacts to Gene Hackman's death

Hollywood is reacting to the tragic news of Gene Hackman's death. Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and their dog were found dead in a New Mexico home, officials said. People Magazine's Nigel Smith ...

CBS News - 4h

Extended Look at Pokémon Legends: Z-A!

Here’s an extended look at Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Learn more about this title, slated for release in late 2025!

GameSpot - 5h

Wowed by a Loft in Philadelphia, and Its Hollywood Pedigree

A couple loved that their apartment was used as a location for the movie ‘Philadelphia.’ But a decade after moving in, they needed to add a new scene.

The New York Times - Feb. 18

Gene Hackman: The eclectic life of a Hollywood great

Although he did not become an actor until his 30s, Hackman became one of Hollywood's most bankable stars.

BBC News - 13h

Gene Hackman, Hollywood’s Consummate Everyman, Dies at 95

The winner of two Oscars, he was hailed for his nuanced performances in films like “The French Connection,” “Unforgiven” and “The Royal Tenenbaums.”

The New York Times - 47m

Oilers Legend Wayne Gretzky Draws Criticism

EDMONTON -- "Keep politics out of sports."

Yahoo Sports - 6d

USMNT legend Meola recovering from heart attack

Former United States national team and MLS goalkeeper Tony Meola is recovering from a heart attack.

ESPN - 4d

WNBA legend Diana Taurasi announces retirement

Three-time WNBA champion and two-time WNBA Finals MVP Diana Taurasi announced her retirement from professional basketball Tuesday.

NBC News - 2d

Jazz legend Wynton Marsalis celebrates a major milestone

World-renowned jazz musician Wynton Marsalis tells "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King about building the historic Frederick P. Rose Hall, the artist who inspired him, and more.

CBS News - 7h

Meet The Three Starters In Pokemon Legends Z-A

During the February 2025 Pokemon Presents show , Nintendo revealed the three starter Pokemon players can choose from in Pokemon Legends Z-A : Chikorita, Tepig, and Totodile.. So far, that's all ...

GameSpot - 6h

Rapper ASAP Rocky acquitted of assault charge over alleged Hollywood shooting

ASAP Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, was acquitted Tuesday of assault charges stemming from a 2021 Hollywood shooting.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 19

Review: 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' brings authentic magic to the Hollywood Pantages

The Tony-winning play 'Harry Potter and Cursed Child' has its Los Angeles premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

Russell Peters is used to being ignored by Hollywood. It's only made him funnier.

Peters, who returns to Peacock Theater on Saturday night, talks about near misses with landing sitcoms and why staying true to himself as a comedian is worth more than mainstream success.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

Beloved owner of one of Hollywood's last costume shops dies at 90

Ursula Boschet, the iconic Hollywood costumer who was a local institution for half a century, has died.

Los Angeles Times - 22h

Hollywood diversity in decline despite audience demand, study finds: 'The writing was on the wall'

Despite the popularity of films like 'Wicked,' opportunities for people of color in Hollywood declined in 2024, according to the latest UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report.

Los Angeles Times - 2h

Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio dies at 77

Mexican musical legend Paquita la del Barrio has died at the age of 77

ABC News - Feb. 18

US star John Legend defends playing Rwanda concert during war

'We shouldn't punish people when we disagree with their leaders', he told the BBC.

BBC News - 3d

A Wonder Woman Legend Was Working On Canceled Game, Offers Heartfelt Tribute

Gail Simone, an award-winning writer known for her work on the DC franchise, has confirmed she was involved with the Wonder Woman game at Monolith that was just recently canceled .. Simone, the ...

GameSpot - 1d

Riot Games Rolls Back Some Unpopular League Of Legends Decisions

Riot Games' League of Legends has been around since 2009, and it has attracted a large group of fans from around the world since its release. And when those fans aren't happy, they aren't afraid ...

GameSpot - 9h

Pokémon Company Announces “Pokémon Champions,” Promises “Legends: Z-A” Coming in 2025

During today’s Pokémon Presents, the company showed off Pokémon Champions, a new battle-focused game for Switch and mobile.

Wired - 7h

Cynthia Erivo is Jesus: Here's the Hollywood Bowl 2025 lineup, led by 'Jesus Christ Superstar'

The Los Angeles Philharmonic unveils the Hollywood Bowl's 2025 season lineup, including Cynthia Erivo in "Jesus Christ Superstar" as well as Gustavo Dudamel's penultimate season.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 18

Why Merle Oberon, 'Hollywood's first South Asian star,' kept her race a secret

Golden Age film star Merle Oberon comes alive in a new biography, sparked in part by the 2023 news that she was half Asian, a secret she kept all of her life.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

Don't call them 'extras.' For one night, Hollywood's background actors are the real stars

While you won't get famous as a background actor — if you do it right — it's possible to make a living doing it in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Times - 11h

La Salle's Fran Dunphy to retire: Big 5 coaching legend will step aside at the end of 2024-25 season

Dunphy will transition into a role as special assistant to the president at La Salle

CBS Sports - Feb. 20

Dancehall legend Beenie Man returns to US after 10-year visa ban: ‘It’s important to have that access’

Jamaican artist steps foot in US Virgin Islands as governor’s guest of honour and speaks of being a musical ambassador. The dancehall legend Beenie Man has been a global superstar since the 1990s, ...

The Guardian - 6d

How Stanford legend Andrew Luck is embracing arduous task of resurrecting Cardinal amid challenges of new era

Luck has the chance to reshape not just the football program, but Stanford athletics as a whole

CBS Sports - 6d

League Of Legends Spin-Off 2XKO Won't Get A Big Playtest In March After All

Riot's League of Legends fighting game, 2XKO , won't receive a big March playtest as originally planned. Instead, it will receive a "much smaller one" while the team looks to "build out the ...

GameSpot - 6d

WATCH: MLB legend Alex Rodriguez drains halfcourt shot to win Bucknell student $10K, celebrates with fans

A Bucknell student won $10K thanks to A-Rod's unlikely halfcourt bank shot

CBS Sports - 3d

KD reveals Bay Area legend's autograph is his most sought-after relic

If there's one autograph Kevin Durant wants the most, it's from another fellow Bay Area sports icon.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Diana Taurasi retires: Mercury legend, WNBA's all-time leader scorer calls it a career after 20 seasons

Taurasi won three titles, an MVP and two Finals MVPs during her illustrious career

CBS Sports - 1d

Diana Taurasi retirement: Caitlin Clark, LeBron James, Geno Auriemma react to WNBA legend stepping away

Taurasi, a six-time Olympic gold medal winner, retires as the WNBA's all-time leading scorer