Kevin Spacey is on trial in London's Southwark Crown Court for 12 charges of sexual assault and indecent assault, which he denies. He has argued that one of the alleged incidents was "romantic" and that he was the victim of a "witch hunt." The trial, which began in April, is expected to last for two more weeks.
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After a deadline to reach a deal with studios and streaming services passed without an agreement, the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has voted unanimously to recommend a strike. If the actors strike, they will join screenwriters on picket lines in a bid to get better terms. The union has not yet announced when the strike will begin, but it is expected to have a major impact on the entertainment industry.
On July 12, the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards nominations were announced, with HBO's "Succession" leading the pack with 27 nominations. Yvette Nicole Brown and Frank Scherma hosted the announcement, which comes at a tense time for Hollywood due to the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike. The Emmy Awards ceremony will take place on September 19, 2021, and viewers will have to wait to see which shows will take home the awards.
SAG-AFTRA has agreed to the studios' request for federal mediation in an effort to bridge the divide in stalled contract talks. The union is pushing for increased wages and better working conditions for its members, while the studios have argued that the current economic climate makes it difficult to meet the union's demands. The federal mediation process is expected to begin in the coming weeks, with both sides expressing hope that it will lead to a successful resolution.
Celebrity attorney Lin Wood has been allowed to retire from the practice of law by the State Bar of Georgia after facing disciplinary proceedings for his involvement in Sidney Powell’s “Kraken” litigation and his propagation of outrageous claims about the 2020 election and his own divinity. Wood submitted a letter to the State Bar of Georgia requesting to be transferred to “Retired Status”, which was accepted and granted. This marks the end of a tumultuous period for Wood, and the State Bar of Georgia’s decision is seen as a suitable resolution to the situation.
Kevin Spacey is on trial in London facing 12 charges of sexual assault, indecent assault and causing a person to engage in sexual activity without consent. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges, which relate to four men who are now in their 30s and 40s. Jury selection is underway and the trial is expected to last four weeks, with several witnesses, including the alleged victims, being called to testify. The outcome of the trial could have a lasting impact on Spacey's career and reputation.
Joseph Fiennes, best known for his role in "Shakespeare in Love", has expressed regret for his decision to portray Michael Jackson in a 2017 episode of "Urban Myths". His casting sparked outrage due to his lighter skin tone and prosthetic nose, and he now views it as a "bad mistake". His comments serve as a reminder of the importance of thoughtful casting decisions in the entertainment industry.
Alex Newell and J. Harrison Ghee made history at the Tony Awards on Sunday night as they became the first nonbinary people to win Tonys for acting. Ghee won for their role in "Some Like It Hot" and Newell for their role in "Shucked." The night was unique due to a Hollywood writers' strike, but the Broadway community seized the moment and made history.