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US actor George Wendt, beloved barfly Norm on ‘Cheers,’ dies aged 76

His warm, beer-loving character became one of TV’s most iconic and enduring figures, and earned the actor six Emmy nominations throughout his 11 years on the show.

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Denzel Washington receives surprise honorary Palme d'Or at Cannes

For his first time on the Croisette, legendary actor Denzel Washington was treated to a surprise honorary Palme d'Or. He stars in Spike Lee's new joint 'Highest 2 Lowest'.

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'Walking Tall' and three-time James Bond star dies aged 89

Joe Don Baker leaves behind him a lasting legacy of screen roles on the big and small screen, including the cult film 'Walking Tall' and three James Bond films in the 1980s and 90s - the first of which earned him the honorary distinction of being the first American Bond villain.

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Broadwalk Empire star charged with sexual abuse and assault

Pitt is accused of sexually assaulting his ex-girlfriend, choking her, and attacking her with a cinder block and a piece of lumber at his New York City home.

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Jean-Claude Van Damme asks Putin for ambassadorial job in strange clip

In a video posted online by a pro-Russian journalist, Jean-Claude Van Damme has told Vladimir Putin he wants to come to Russia as an "ambassador of peace."

Cinema

French cinema finally examines slavery and its colonial chapters

For years, French cinema has ignored stories that dealt with France’s colonial history, but something is now changing.

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Records released into deaths of Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa

Rat nests and dead rodents were discovered on Hackman's property, after the actor's wife Betsy Arakawa died of hantavirus. It is thought she died more than a week before her husband.

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Curtain call for commissions: Is British theatre in crisis?

Original works have dropped by nearly a third in a decade, according to new research into the UK’s theatre industry with an increasing number of playhouses facing closure.

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Gene Hackman and wife’s bodies remain unclaimed a month after deaths

According to recent reports, the bodies of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa have still not been claimed by family members. The investigation into their deaths revealed that the couple died of natural causes, but a week apart.

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Accuser tells court actor Gérard Depardieu groped her on film set

This week's trial is the first time one of the more than 20 accusations of sexual misconduct against Gérard Depardieu has reached court.

Cinema

French film stars reflect on 'clumsy' behaviour in #MeToo inquiry

The inquiry commission spent six months auditioning members of the film industry, and is set to publish a report in April.

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Gene Hackman's estate bids to seal police records into death

Gene Hackman's estate attempts to block the release of photographs and footage from the investigation into the Oscar winner and his wife's death, citing a desire to protect the couple's privacy.

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Further mysteries surround the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and wife

Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and his wife were found dead in their home, with authorities saying the couple had seemingly been deceased for some time when their bodies were discovered. More details are surfacing that add further mystery to the deaths.

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Adrien Brody lands first Olivier nomination after Oscar win

'Fiddler on the Roof' emerges as the most-nominated production at the 2025 Olivier Awards, dominating in a year filled with star-studded performances.

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Beyond Hawkins: DJO's Joe Keery on his most personal album yet

Joe Keery swaps synths for vintage guitars on The Crux. Can DJO's new era escape the shadow of Stranger Things – or his own viral success?

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Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and wife found dead at home

Santa Fe County Sheriff's responded to a request to do a welfare check on Wednesday and found actor Gene Hackman, his wife Betsy Arakawa and a dog dead. No foul play is currently suspected.

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Controversial HBO remake of Harry Potter casts its Dumbledore

The controversial reboot of Harry Potter has its first official cast member...

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Dedicated followers of fashion! See the best looks at the BAFTAs

The 2025 BAFTA's red carpet was a fashion feast, with stars like Ariana Grande channeling Wicked with a pink-inspired look, and Timothée Chalamet keeping it sleek in all black.

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French director Christophe Ruggia convicted in landmark #MeToo trial

French director Christophe Ruggia has been found guilty of sexually assaulting actor Adèle Haenel during the early 2000s, but avoids jail time. This is France's first major #MeToo trial in Paris.

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Actor Michael Sheen to fund new national theatre in Wales

Actor Michael Sheen is funding a new theatre company to replace the National Theatre Wales.