The Writers Guild of America, East and West, have reached a tentative agreement with the film and television industry, ending a five-month strike. The agreement includes pay increases, strict regulations for the use of artificial intelligence, and increases in employer contributions to health plans, pension plans, and other benefits. The agreement must still be ratified by the 11,500 film and TV members of the union before it can go into effect.
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures have announced they will be gifting a replacement of Hattie McDaniel's historic best supporting actress Oscar to Howard University in Washington, D.C. to honor her legacy. The original award went missing from Howard University’s collection, so the Academy and the Museum have decided to replace it with a statuette to serve as a reminder of her legacy and the power of representation in the motion picture industry. The replacement Oscar statuette will be presented to Howard University in the near future.
Angus Cloud, the late star of HBO's "Euphoria," died of an accidental drug overdose in July. His family has revealed his last words were "I'll see you in the morning," and showrunner Sam Levinson opened up about Cloud's refusal to seek treatment for his drug use. His death has been a reminder of the dangers of drug use and the importance of seeking help and treatment for addiction.
Spanish prosecutors have charged pop star Shakira with failing to pay $7.1 million in taxes on her 2018 income, and she is due to be tried in Barcelona on Nov. 20 in a separate case for allegedly failing to pay $15.4 million in taxes. Shakira's lawyer has denied any wrongdoing, claiming that all taxes due in Spain have been paid and that she has always complied with her fiscal obligations. This is not the first time Shakira has been accused of tax evasion.
David McCallum, a beloved actor known for his roles in "The Man From U.N.C.L.E." and "NCIS", passed away on Monday at the age of 85. He was surrounded by family at New York Presbyterian Hospital when he died of natural causes. CBS released a statement saying that McCallum "led an incredible life, and his legacy will forever live on through his family and the countless hours on film and television that will never go away." He is survived by his wife, two sons, and two grandchildren.
Fox News has announced that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) and California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) will participate in a "red state vs. blue state" debate on the network moderated by Fox News host Sean Hannity on Nov. 30. DeSantis has expressed enthusiasm for the debate, while Newsom's spokesperson has said they will participate provided there is no "circus" atmosphere. This will be the first time the two governors face off in a debate, and viewers can expect an informative and entertaining event.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, have been spotted together sparking rumors of a potential romance. They have been seen together at a Chiefs game in October, where Swift was wearing Kelce’s jersey and sitting next to his mother in a suite. The two have been linked since the summer, and Swift recently ended her six-year relationship with actor Joe Alwyn while Kelce broke up with his longterm girlfriend in 2022. A source close to Swift has confirmed that they are “hanging out”, but the relationship is still in its early stages.
British police have launched an investigation into allegations of sexual offenses against comedian Russell Brand, which he denies. The investigation was prompted by a joint investigation from the Times of London, The Sunday Times and Channel 4 Dispatches, which included four women accusing Brand of sexual assault or rape. Brand has expressed his sadness at the allegations and is cooperating with the police, as well as seeking the support of a therapist.