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DALLAS BUYERS CLUB, THE WALKING DEAD & JACKASS PRESENTS: BAD GRAMPA Win at Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards
by Robert Diamond - Feb 16, 2014


The Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild tonight announced winners of its Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists awards in 14 categories of film, television, commercials and live theater during the black-tie ceremony at the Paramount Studios Theatre. MAC Cosmetics was the Official Cocktail Reception Sponsor. The awards took place before an audience of more than 500, including guild members, industry executives and press. The Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild's President Sue Cabral-Ebert presided over the awards ceremony with actor/comedian Tom Arnold serving as host.

Kathy Griffin to Host AARP's 13th Annual 'Movies For Grownups' Awards
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 31, 2014


AARPis pleased to announce that newly-crowned Grammy Award-winne, two-time Emmy Award winner,and New York Times bestselling author Kathy Griffin will host the 13 th annual Movies for Grownups Awards

World Premiere of THE SUN SHINES EAST Opens Tonight at Deane Little Theatre
by Hilary Kelly - Jan 31, 2014


Shining East Productions presents The Sun Shines East, based on a true story written by Corinne Chateau* about an adoptive mother's struggle to break through deep personal barriers and international politics to bring home her daughter. Pat Golden directs a cast of 5 including Karen Christie-Ward*, Tara Gadomski*, Mary Francina Golden*, Bristol Pomeroy, and Amy Staats*. Fourteen performances will be held at the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theatre, 10 West 64th Street, in New York City from tonight, January 31-February 16, 2014.

Fred Armisen Among Presenters for Writers Guild Awards NY Ceremony
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 22, 2014


An incredible line-up of presenters has been confirmed for the 66th annual Writers Guild Awards New York Ceremony on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at the Edison Ballroom in New York City.

Lee Daniels to Speak at Oakland University's Keeper of the Dream 2014
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 15, 2014


Now in its 22nd year, Oakland University's Keeper of the Dream Scholarship continues to celebrate and recognize student leaders who promote diversity, cultural understanding and community activism on campus. Now in its 22nd year, Oakland University's Keeper of the Dream Scholarship continues to celebrate and recognize student leaders who promote diversity, cultural understanding and community activism on campus.

Jared Leto, Oprah Winfrey & More Among First SAG AWARD Presenters Announced
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 14, 2014


Ben Affleck, Sasha Alexander, Don Cheadle, Jennifer Garner, Clark Gregg, Tom Hanks, Jared Leto, Matthew McConaughey, Kevin Spacey, Kerry Washington, Forest Whitaker, and Oprah Winfrey will be presenters at the 20th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards

World Premiere of THE SUN SHINES EAST to Open 1/31 at Deane Little Theatre
by Hilary Kelly - Jan 10, 2014


Shining East Productions presents The Sun Shines East, based on a true story written by Corinne Chateau* about an adoptive mother's struggle to break through deep personal barriers and international politics to bring home her daughter. Pat Golden directs a cast of 5 including Karen Christie-Ward*, Tara Gadomski*, Mary Francina Golden*, Bristol Pomeroy, and Amy Staats*. Fourteen performances will be held at the Marjorie S. Deane Little Theatre, 10 West 64th Street, in New York City from January 31-February 16, 2014. *Member, Actors' Equity Association. AEA Approved Showcase.

Beyonce, Kerry Washington, Don Cheadle & More Among 45th NAACP IMAGE AWARDS Nominees; Full List Revealed!
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 9, 2014


The nominees for THE 45TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS were announced today during a live press conference at the TV One presentation to the Television Critics Association during its Winter 2014 Press Tour in Pasadena, CA. David Oyelowo ('Lee Daniels' 'The Butler'), Joe Morton (ABC's 'Scandal'), Keke Palmer (VH1's 'CrazySexyCool'), Bresha Webb (TV One's 'Love That Girl') and Gina Torres (USA's 'Suits') announced the categories and nominees with NAACP Image Awards Committee Chairman, Leonard James and President and CEO of TV One, Alfred Liggins.

SOUND OF MUSIC's Audra McDonald Among Nominees for 2014 Black Reel Awards
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 7, 2014


Audra McDonald (Porgy & Bess, Ragtime, 110 in the Shade), who portrayed Mother Abbess in NBC's live broadcast of THE SOUND OF MUSIC has received a 2014 Black Reel Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress, TV Movie or Mini-Series.

VIDEO: Lee Daniels Talks Lack of Nominations for THE BUTLER on 'Arsenio'
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 7, 2014


'The Butler' director talked about his motivation behind making films and why he's not bothered with the lack of nominations this awards season.

MODERN FAMILY & More Set for USA's New Year's Eve Marathon Schedule
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 24, 2013


The ball dropping isn't the only countdown you'll have next week! We are bringing you marathons stacked with episodes from LAW & ORDER: SVU, Modern Family and NCIS! Plus, catch a live, action-packed episode of WWE MONDAY NIGHT RAW!

12 YEARS A SLAVE Named Best Picture by 2013 Phoenix Film Critics Society; Full List Announced
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 17, 2013


The Phoenix Film Critics Society is pleased to announce the winners for our 2013 Annual Awards. The winner in each category was announced on Tuesday, December 17, 2013.

FROZEN's 'Let It Go' Among Original Songs Up for 2013 Oscar
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 17, 2013


Seventy-five songs from eligible feature-length motion pictures released in 2013 are in contention for nominations in the Original Song category for the 86th Oscars®, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced today.

12 YEARS A SLAVE, AMERICAN HUSTLE Top Critics Choice Award Nominations; Full List Announced
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 16, 2013


'12 Years a Slave" and "American Hustle" top this year's nominations for the Critics' Choice Movie Awards with 13 nominations each.

AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY Among Golden Globe's Surprising Nomination Snubs
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 12, 2013


The big screen adaptation of Tracy Letts' Pulitzer Prize-winning play AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY was among the biggest snubs of this year's Golden Globe nominations, announced earlier today

Oprah Winfrey Reacts to SAG Nomination: 'It Is Amazing'
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 11, 2013


It was announced today that Oprah Winfrey received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for her work in Lee Daniel's The Butler. E! News caught up with the actress and talk show to get her reaction on the nod.

NBCUniversal to Present MARIAH CAREY'S 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 11, 2013


Mariah will make appearances on all three hours of the Today Show across numerous days and will also spread holiday love and cheer with appearances on Access Hollywood, Extra, Bravo's Watch What Happens Live, Al Sharpton's PoliticsNation on MSNBC, and more.

BREAKING BAD, GAME OF THRONES Among Nominees of 20th Annual SAG AWARDS; Full List Announced!
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 11, 2013


Sasha Alexander, star of the TNT original drama 'Rizzoli & Isles,' and Clark Gregg, star of the ABC series 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.,' revealed the 20th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards® nominations this morning, Wednesday, Dec. 11 at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood at 8:50 a.m. ET.

Oprah Winfrey to Receive Montecito Award at Santa Barbara Int'l Film Fest
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 13, 2013


The Santa Barbara International Film Festival is proud to announce that it will honor Oprah Winfrey with the prestigious Montecito Award presented by UGG Australia at the 29th edition of the Festival

Hugh Jackman, Ariana Grande Among Nominees for 40th PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS; Full List Announced!
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 5, 2013


Nominees for THE 40th ANNUAL PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS were announced this morning at The Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills. People's Choice Awards Executive Producer Mark Burnett was on hand to announce the hosts for the live awards show, Beth Behrs and Kat Dennings, stars of the CBS sitcom '2 Broke Girls.'

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