Kathleen Kennedy News

It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here.

Two-time Oscar-winning filmmaker Ang Lee will be receiving the ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year award at the 76th Annual ACE Eddie Awards, taking place Friday, February 27, 2026 at UCLA’s Royce Hall. 

Motion Picture Sound Editors (MPSE) have unveiled the nominations for the 73rd Annual MPSE Golden Reel Awards, with Wicked: For Good, KPop Demon Hunters, Étoile, and more nominated for awards. Check out the full list here.

The LA Phil will dedicate the Hollywood Bowl’s iconic stage to John Williams. This dedication — the first in the storied history of the Bowl — honors the legendary composer and conductor whose music has inspired generations of filmgoers.

Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and more have been nominated for 2026 GRAMMYS. See the full list of nominations here!

Peacock has released the official trailer for Epic Ride: The Story of Universal Theme Parks, a new 3-part docuseries premiering Monday, September 29. The series features exclusive interviews with Wicked's Jon M. Chu, Michelle Yeoh, and more. Check it out now.

Jamael Westman, who originated the title role in the West End production of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton, has been cast in Star Wars: Starfighter. The new standalone story will be released theatrically on May 28, 2027.

The American Film Institute (AFI) has announced that it will confer a Doctorate of Fine Arts degree honoris causa for contributions of distinction to the art of the moving image upon trailblazing actress and producer Viola Davis and legendary film editor and sound designer Walter Murch.

AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL has announced the Polly Platt Award for Producing will be given to legendary independent producer Christine Vachon, and the Outstanding Television Writer Award will be given to groundbreaking showrunner Yvette Lee Bowser during the 2025 Writers Conference happening October 23 – 26, 2025.

American Cinema Editors (ACE) has announced that the organization will honor acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu with the ACE Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year Award, recognizing an artist who exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film. 

Disney has released the trailer and announced the release date for Music by John Williams. The new documentary, which centers on the life and career of the legendary composer, will have a limited theatrical release and begin streaming November 1 on Disney+.

The American Film Institute will present the world premiere of Robert Zemeckis' film HERE as the Centerpiece Gala at AFI FEST presented by Canva. Learn more about the film.

The American Film Institute (AFI) conferred a Doctorate of Fine Arts degree honoris causa for contributions of distinction to the art of the moving image upon Jamie Lee Curtis during the AFI Conservatory’s Class of 2024 commencement ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. 

Three-time Grammy® Award-winning singer-songwriter Victoria Monét performs the original end-credit song, “Power of Two,” for the Star Wars series 'The Acolyte' from Lucasfilm. The song was co-written by Monét, producer D’Mile, and composer Michael Abels. Listen to the song now!

AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL (AFF) has announced that two awardees to be honored as part of its 31st Festival & Writers Conference happening October 24 – 31, 2024. The Writer’s Writer Award, introduced in 2023, honors a singular talent already recognized within the industry and by their peers, whose latest project has illustrated their versatility across mediums and elevated the trajectory of their career.

Celebrate Pride Month with the return of LYPSINKA: TOXIC FEMININITY, streaming for free from June 3 to July 1.

Twister, action-packed iconic disaster film directed by Jan de Bont (Speed) will be available for purchase on 4K Ultra HD Disc and Digital for the first time on July 9. Twister will be available to purchase on July 9 on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc from online and in-store at major retailers. Twister was nominated for two Academy Awards – Best Sound and Best Visual Effects. 

Get a sneak peek at the new Star Wars series, THE ACOLYTE the video here!

Renowned television writer Ronald D. Moore will be honored with the Outstanding Television Writer Award at the 2024 Austin Film Festival.

Kathleen Kennedy will be honored with the 2024 Polly Platt Award for Producing at the Austin Film Festival. The festival will celebrate Kennedy's illustrious career and contributions to the film industry.