Pedro Almodovar makes beautiful films — and he also makes asinine, out of touch statements. In an interview with the LA Times, the legendary Spanish director said he was thoroughly disappointed the Oscars weren’t political enough. “There were not many protests against the war [in Gaza] or against Trump” said the 76-year old. Spanish director … Read more
We’re smoking hot. Yes, you read that right – cigarettes are having a moment again. Just when it seemed we’d burned that bad habit to the ground, Hollywood — ironically part of the nation’s most health obsessed state — is lighting up again. From trays filled with cigarettes at the Vanity Fair Oscar’s Party to … Read more
In his Oscars tribute to slain director Rob Reiner Sunday, Billy Crystal referenced some of his old friend’s most iconic movies — from “Spinal Tap” to “The Princess Bride” to “A Few Good Men,” invoking the star and most famous line from that 1992 classic. “And Jack Nicholson, who warned us: You can’t handle the … Read more
The Oscars 2026 might be over, but fans’ fury over “dirty” celebrities is just getting started. A picture showing trash, including discarded water bottles and snack packets, strewn across Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre has gone viral on social media — sparking backlash over the hypocrisy of the elite, who grandstand about the environment. “Aren’t some of … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Hollywood’s biggest night is here. The 2026 Academy Awards, honoring the best of the best of films released between January 1 and December 31 2025, are tonight, March 15. This … Read more
Cynthia Marie Franco was finally able to catch her breath as she frantically ran into her private spa studio in the Hollywood Hills, after finishing a lengthy facial at a top actor’s home, which backed up her tight schedule. “I’m coming in here like a whirlwind,” a frazzled Franco told The Post. “She needed a … Read more
Gwyneth Paltrow and Kate Hudson lit up the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on Friday, strolling hand in hand on the red carpet in matching blush-pink dresses. Hudson, crowned the festival’s Artist of the Year for her Oscar-moniated performance in “Song Sung Blue,” radiated confidence in a breathtaking gown shimmering with pearl linings and bronze … Read more
No thanks to the Academy. In an interview with the Guardian published on Thursday, Melissa Leo, 65, griped that winning an Oscar, “has not been good for me or my career.” “I didn’t dream of it, I never wanted it,” the “All My Children Actress” added. “And I had a much better career before I … Read more
In a seismic shift for one of television’s marquee events, the Academy Awards will depart ABC and begin streaming on YouTube beginning in 2029, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced Wednesday. ABC will continue to broadcast the annual ceremony through 2028. That year will mark the 100th Oscars. But starting in 2029, YouTube will … Read more
That’s rich. Many movie fans were surprised to learn on Thursday that Richard Gere — nice, likable, “Pretty Woman” Richard Gere — once received a 20-year ban from attending the Oscars. Twenty years? Must have been very serious! What outrageous offense did the 76-year-old star commit to deserve being barred from the Academy Awards for … Read more
Long before Will Smith’s infamous slap incident, Richard Gere landed in Oscars hot water. In a recent interview with Variety published Dec. 3, Gere, 76, spoke out about his feelings about his 20-year ban from the Academy Awards. “I didn’t take it particularly personally,” the “Pretty Woman” actor explained. “I didn’t think there were any bad … Read more
Tom Hanks is celebrating his beloved wife, Rita Wilson. On Sunday, the Academy Award-winning actor took to social media to give his wife of 37 years a shout-out on her 69th birthday. “This beautiful woman celebrates her birthday TODAY,” Hanks wrote on Instagram, alongside a photo of Wilson smiling while wearing a bathing suit. “She is beloved by her husband.” … Read more
Denzel Washington doesn’t care about those shiny gold trophies. The “Fences” actor, 70, recently explained why winning an Oscar isn’t important to him in his career. “I don’t do it for Oscars. I don’t care about that kind of stuff,” he stated on “Jake’s Takes” while promoting his new film, “Highest 2 Lowest.” Denzel Washington accepts his … Read more
Eddie Murphy isn’t afraid to admit that he loves “Norbit.” The actor and comedian, 64, recently defended his critically maligned 2007 comedy which many believe caused Murphy to lose an Oscar for his performance in 2006’s “Dreamgirls.” “I love ‘Norbit,’” Murphy told Complex. “‘Norbit’ came out right after I got that Oscar nomination. There were … Read more
“Jaws” is still making a splash in cinema 50 years later. National Geographic’s new documentary “Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story” directed by Laurent Bouzereau gives a behind-the-scenes look at Steven Spielberg’s iconic 1975 shark movie with rare archival footage and interviews with conservationists and famed directors. Spielberg himself revisits the classic film including … Read more
Zoe Saldaña has some surprising news about her “Emilia Pérez” Oscar trophy. The 46-year-old actress opened up about the golden statuette at the Los Angeles premiere of her newest movie, “Elio.” “We have it in my office,” Saldaña told People during the red carpet event on Tuesday. “And my Oscar is gender fluid.” Zoe Saldaña … Read more
David Arquette is proud to say he was murdered by an Oscar winner. In an exclusive interview with The Post, the 53-year-old actor praised Mikey Madison who played the Ghostface that murdered Arquette’s character, Dewey Riley, in “Scream 5.” “She did an incredible job. She’s a such a wonderful actress,” Arquette said about the “Anora” … Read more
Will Smith “is canceled” — according to Will Smith. The actor said just that on his new album’s first track, “Int. Barbershop — Day,” which dropped on Friday. The song features Smith’s “Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” collaborator DJ Jazzy Jeff and B. Simone. “Who the f–k Will Smith think he is?” one voice asks, to which … Read more
Not even Bill Murray can win them all. The “Lost in Translation” actor, 74, has admitted that he was “surprised” he lost the Academy Award for Best Actor to Sean Penn at the 2004 Oscars. Murray opened up about his defeat on Tuesday during an interview with Howard Stern for SiriusXM’s “The Howard Stern Show.” … Read more
Conan O’Brien is revealing secrets about hosting the Oscars 2025. The comedian, 61, recently had Oscars head writer Mike Sweeney on his “Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend” podcast and they discussed the jokes and sketches that had to be cut from the 97th Academy Awards, including a promo that would’ve featured O’Brien and a 9-foot-tall … Read more