Jodie Foster Makes Rare Personal Comments About Sons Kit and Charlie and Wife Alex as She Wins 2025 Golden Globe

On Sunday, Jan. 5, Jodie Foster won the award for best female actor in a limited or anthology series at the 2025 Golden Globes for her role in True Detective: Night Country.

“The greatest thing about being this age and being in this time is having a community of all these people, especially you, Sofía,” Foster said, referring to her fellow nominee Sofía Vergara.

On Foster’s way up to the stage, Vergara screamed to the HBO star, “Give me one!”

Foster proceeded to thank Night Country’s “wonderful, beautiful” showrunner, writer and director Issa López, costar Kali Reis and the Indigenous people who inspired the show’s story. “They changed my life and hopefully they’ll change yours,” Foster said.

She also shouted out her kids and wife Alexandra Hedison.

“I just want to thank my family,” Foster said. “Because Kit, my scientist son, and Charlie, my actor son who’s starting his career, hopefully you understand the joy, such joy, that comes from dong really hard, meaningful, good work. So my boys, I love you, and this, of course, is for you. And the love of my life, Alex, thank you forever.”

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Foster, 62, won for starring as Detective Liz Danvers.

The series followed Danvers as she attempted to figure out what happened to eight missing men who worked at the Tsalal Arctic Research Station in Ennis, Alaska, alongside her partner Evangeline Navarro (Reis).

At the series’s January premiere, Foster told reporters at the Paramount Theater in Los Angeles that her character was an “Alaska Karen.”

“Liz Danvers is awful. She is ‘Alaska Karen.’ No two ways about it,” she admitted. “She’s an awful, awful character. But you see why.”

“You see where that came from and you see what she’s struggling against and the turmoil that’s in her and the protectiveness and the love that she has for her partner in the film [played by Reis], her other trooper character.”

Blanchett, 55, was nominated for her role in Disclaimer. The series based on Renée Knight’s best-selling novel of the same name, followed acclaimed journalist Catherine Ravenscroft (Blanchett), who “built her reputation revealing the misdeeds and transgressions of others,” per the official synopsis.

But when Catherine is sent a novel by an unknown author, “she is horrified to realize she is now the main character in a story that exposes her darkest secrets.”

As she tries to find out the writer’s true identity, she has to “confront her past before it destroys both her own life” and her relationships with both her husband, Robert (Sacha Baron Cohen), and their son Nicholas (Kodi Smit-McPhee).

Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter in November about the gravity of her role, Blanchett said, “Hopefully, the series allows you to see that there are many points of view, and it’s not always the point of view that’s being sung the loudest that is the most true. And it can bury and obscure more fragile but equally powerful and valid perspectives, and that is of course my character.”

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Milioti, 39, was nominated for her role as Sofia Falcone in The Penguin. The limited eight-episode series, which picks up after the events of Robert Pattinson’s 2022 portrayal of The Batman, showed how Oz Cobb (Colin Farrell) tries to take a leadership role in the Gotham City underworld

In a conversation with PEOPLE in December, Milioti confessed a Golden Globe nomination is not something she necessarily “ever envisioned” for herself — but it was all the more special to be recognized for a show she loves so much.

Recalling her “gut alarm was firing on all cylinders” when she first read the script for The Penguin, Milioti said, “I was like, ‘I need to play this. I love this character so much.’ And I’m so lucky that it worked out.”

“And so to see what it’s done and to see the amount of people it’s reached, it’s just been… Yeah, it’s been incredible,” she continued of the HBO series.

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Vergara, 52, was nominated for her role as the titular character in Netflix’s Griselda.

She channeled Godmother of Cocaine Griselda Blanco in the limited series that follows how Blanco built and ran a drug cartel in Miami in the 1970s and 1980s before being killed in her native Colombia in 2012.

Vergara told PEOPLE she spent three hours a day in hair and makeup to transform into Blanco — and the commitment paid off.

“The people that have watched it now have been so responsive and they’ve been telling me how much they love it,” she said. “It’s really exciting to see how the people are reacting to it. I’m very proud of it.”

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Watts, 56, was nominated for her portrayal as New York City socialite Babe Paley in Ryan Murphy’s Feud: Capote Vs. The Swans.

The series tells the story of Truman Capote’s falling out with Babe and her friends — who he called “swans” — after he published a chapter of his book Answered Prayers that aired out the women’s secrets. The story, titled “La Côte Basque, 1965,” most notably alleged that Babe’s husband Bill, the co-founder of CBS, cheated on her.

“It became such an undoing for Babe,” Watts, who also executive produced the FX series, previously told PEOPLE. “She confided in him and felt that there was a trust [with Capote]. She felt seen and more connected to this human being than she’d ever connected to anyone, so it was something she couldn’t recover from.”

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Winslet, 49, was nominated for her role as Chancellor Elena Vernham in The Regime.

During The Regime FYC panel event in Los Angeles on June 5, the actress discussed the process of coming up with her character’s unique voice and accent. In the show, which also stars Matthias Schoenaerts, Guillaume Gallienne, Andrea Riseborough, Martha Plimpton and Hugh Grant, Winslet plays Vernham, the corrupt authoritarian ruler of a fictional European country whose controversial decisions incite a civil war.

“It never made sense to me to speak like myself,” she said, adding, “I didn’t quite know what that meant, or what I was going to do about it. I just knew that I had to find something that didn’t feel too close to me.”

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A Melania Trump documentary will be released by Amazon Prime Video this year

Melania Trump is the focus of a new documentary distributed by Amazon Prime Video, the streaming branch of Jeff Bezos’ tech giant, which has exclusive licensing rights for its streaming and theatrical release later this year, the company said Sunday.

The incoming first lady is an executive producer on the film directed by Brett Ratner, who was infamously cast out of the Warner Brothers studio after being accused of sexual misconduct in 2017.

Amazon said in a statement that the documentary offers an “unprecedented behind-the-scenes look” at Melania Trump and a “truly unique story.” Filming began in December, and the project is slated for release at some point during the second half of this year.

“Prime Video will be sharing more details on the project as filming progresses and release plans are finalized. We are excited to share this truly unique story with our millions of customers around the world,” the company said.

The former and now future first lady also released a self-titled memoir late last year. Her husband takes office on Jan. 20.

The film is the latest connection between Amazon founder Bezos and President-elect Donald Trump. The company in December announced plans to donate $1 million to the President-elect’s inauguration fund, and said that it would also stream Trump’s inauguration on its Prime Video service, a separate in-kind donation worth another $1 million.

The two men had been at odds in the past. During his first term, Trump criticized Amazon and railed against the political coverage at The Washington Post, which Bezos owns. But he’s struck a more conciliatory tone recently as Amazon and other tech companies seek to improve their relationship with the incoming president.

In December, Bezos expressed some excitement about potential regulatory cutbacks in the coming years and said he was “optimistic” about Trump’s second term.

Bezos in October did not allow the Post to endorse a presidential candidate, a move that led to tens of thousands of people canceling their subscriptions and to protests from journalists with a deep history at the newspaper. This weekend, a cartoonist quit her job after an editor rejected her sketch of the newspaper’s owner and other media executives bowing before the president-elect.

The film also marks the first project that Ratner has directed since he was accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women, including actor Olivia Munn, in the early days of the #MeToo reckoning in November 2017. Ratner, whose lawyer denied the allegations, directed the “Rush Hour” film series, “Red Dragon” and ”X-Men: The Last Stand.”

Fernando Sulichin, an Argentine filmmaker, is executive producing the film, which began shooting in December.

Melania Trump, Donald Trump’s third wife, has been an enigmatic figure since her husband announced he was running in the 2016 election. She had sought to maintain her privacy even as she served as first lady, focusing on raising their son, Barron, and promoting her “Be Best” initiative to support the “social, emotional, and physical health of children.”

While she appeared at her husband’s campaign launch event for 2024 and attended the closing night of the Republican National Convention this summer, she has otherwise stayed off the campaign trail, though the demands of again being first lady may dictate a higher public profile after Inauguration Day.

Hugh Jackman seen in audience of Sutton Foster show amid affair rumors

Hugh Jackman was spotted in the audience at Los Angeles’ Ahmanson Theatre this week watching Sutton Foster, amid a blizzard of affair speculation.

Jackman, 56, and Foster, 49 – who starred in The Music Man on Broadway together through 2022 – are rumored to have conducted an extramarital romance that led to his split from his wife Deborra-Lee Furness, 69, in September 2023.

Last year, Foster returned to Broadway in a revival of the beloved 1959 musical Once Upon A Mattress – and now Jackson has seen the production on tour in California.

He was seated in the crowd at the Ahmanson Theatre next to comedy legend Carol Burnett, who originated the role being played by Foster in the new production.

A source said Burnett, 91, was treated to ‘massive applause’ during intermission, according to the popular gossip blog DeuxMoi.

Jackman caught Foster’s show on one of his last chances to do so in Los Angeles, as she will be closing out her run there this Sunday evening.

Hugh Jackman was spotted in the audience at Los Angeles ‘ Ahmanson Theatre this week watching Sutton Foster, amid a blizzard of affair speculation; the duo seen in 2022

Foster filed for an uncontested divorce from her husband, Ocean’s Eleven screenwriter Ted Griffin, this past October after 10 years of marriage.

This past November, Furness appeared to confirm the real reason for their September 2023 legal separation stemmed from his rumored affair with Foster.

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Furness’ private Instagram account ‘liked’ an October 26th video from gossip blogger Tasha Lustig claiming he was ‘running off with the mistress’ and planning a ‘soft launch’ of their relationship – according to Us Weekly.

Adding credence to the claim was Deborra-Lee’s friend Amanda de Cadenet, who commented on the same post: ‘You are on point with this one. My beloved friend Deb is about to have her glow up any moment fyi!’

It was in March 2020 – right when COVID shut down the world – when the Australian X-Men star and the Georgia-born, Michigan-raised Younger actress giddily first began workshopping Jerry Zaks’ Broadway revival of the 1957 musical.

Hugh and Sutton took on the roles of Harold Hill and Marian Paroo in The Music Man, which ran from February 2022 to January 2023 at the Winter Garden Theatre in Manhattan.

‘Sutton and Hugh’s relationship is the reason Hugh and Deb [separated],’ a source close to Foster told the outlet.

‘A lot of people on Broadway knew, and we kept it quiet because both of them are so nice and great people. Everyone respected their privacy. But there was an affair and overlap. They are really happy now.’

Jackman was seated next to Carol Burnett, who originated the role that Foster is playing in the musical she is currently in, Once Upon A Mattress; Burnett pictured last March

Foster is pictured last month on the red carpet for the opening night of her Los Angeles run in Once Upon A Mattress, which concludes this Sunday

Jackman’s estranged wife Deborra-Lee Furness appeared to confirm the real reason for their separation stemmed from his rumored affair with Foster; Foster and Furness pictured 2023

They continued: ‘Hugh’s whole image is that he’s the nicest guy in Hollywood, so he doesn’t know what to do with this.’

And while a source told DailyMail.com on October 26 that Furness ‘had her suspicions when Hugh started working with Sutton’ an industry source claimed the opposite to Us Weekly.

‘Deborra-Lee was blindsided when she found out about the affair through the run of the show,’ the insider said.

‘It was apparently Broadway’s worst-kept secret, and Deborra-Lee was the last to know. [Worse yet,] he didn’t own up to it!’

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‘For a woman who’s been in a marriage for 27 years who then discovers her partner was unfaithful and isn’t trustworthy, it’s a pretty devastating life experience,’ a friend of Deborrah-Lee’s said.

The Australian 68-year-old’s private Instagram account ‘liked’ an October 26th video from gossip blogger Tasha Lustig claiming he was ‘running off with the mistress’ and planning a ‘soft launch’ of their relationship

Adding credence to the claim was Deborra-Lee’s friend Amanda de Cadenet, who commented on the same post: ‘You are on point with this one. My beloved friend Deb is about to have her glow up any moment fyi!’

It was in March 2020 – right when COVID shut down the world – when the Australian 56-year-old and the Georgia-born, Michigan-raised 49-year-old giddily first began workshopping Jerry Zaks’ Broadway revival of the 1957 musical

Hugh and Sutton took on the roles of Harold Hill and Marian Paroo in The Music Man, which ran from February 2022 to January 2023 at the Winter Garden Theatre in Manhattan (pictured in 2022)

A source close to Foster said: ‘Sutton and Hugh’s relationship is the reason Hugh and Deb [separated]. A lot of people on Broadway knew, and we kept it quiet because both of them are so nice and great people’ (pictured in 2021)

‘I think many people were shocked he could do this to her, especially as she’s the mother of his children, and they’ve navigated three decades of life together. A little respect may have been in order.’

It’s worth noting that the Deadpool & Wolverine action star fell in love with Furness while co-starring as a brain-damaged convict and a prison psychologist in ABC’s 10-episode series Correlli in 1995.

Eyebrows raised yet again when the two-time Tony winner filed for uncontested divorce from her second husband Ted Griffin on October 22 in New York County Supreme Court – according to Page Six.

During their decade-long marriage, Sutton and the 53-year-old 9-1-1 producer-writer adopted seven-year-old daughter Emily Griffin, and she told Vogue in 2022 that her family ‘spent Memorial Day’ with Hugh’s family.

And while a source told DailyMail.com on October 26 that Furness ‘had her suspicions when Hugh started working with Sutton,’ a new industry source claimed she ‘was blindsided’ (pictured in 2023)

The Force of Nature: The Dry 2 actress and Jackman’s two adopted children are legal adults, but they’ll have a tough time dividing his alleged $180M fortune (pictured in 2012)

It’s worth noting that the Deadpool & Wolverine action star fell in love with Deborra-Lee while co-starring as a brain-damaged convict and a prison psychologist in ABC’s 10-episode series Correlli in 1995

Eyebrows raised yet again when the two-time Tony winner filed for uncontested divorce from her second husband Ted Griffin (R, pictured in 2022) on October 22 in New York County Supreme Court

During their decade-long marriage, Sutton and the 53-year-old 9-1-1 producer-writer adopted seven-year-old daughter Emily Griffin (L, pictured in 2023)

It’s unclear when the coy couple’s alleged affair began, but it was In Touch Weekly that first reported on it December 13.

Foster divorced her first husband actor Christian Borle in 2009 after three years of marriage.

The Grammy nominee currently stars as Princess Winnifred in Lear deBessonet’s Broadway musical revival of Once Upon a Mattress, which runs through November 30 at the Hudson Theatre in Manhattan.

Jackman – who’s only an Oscar away from EGOT status – will next star in Craig Brewer’s musical drama Song Sung Blue, Michael Sarnoski’s drama The Death of Robin Hood, and Kyle Balda’s comedy Three Bags Full: A Sheep Detective Movie.

Megyn Kelly Slams ‘Conclave’ as ‘Disgusting Anti-Catholic Film’ and Says ‘Shame on Ralph Fiennes’: ‘Catholics Are Always Fair Game to Smear’

Megyn Kelly Slams ‘Conclave’ as ‘Disgusting Anti-Catholic Film’ and Says ‘Shame on Ralph Fiennes’: ‘Catholics Are Always Fair Game to Smear’

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January 5, 2025 at 11:02 PM

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major plot details from the finale of Edward Berger’s “Conclave.”

Megyn Kelly took to X to criticize Edward Berger’s “Conclave” as a “disgusting anti-Catholic film.” The acclaimed drama stars Ralph Fiennes as a cardinal who uncovers secrets and scandals at the Vatican while organizing a papal conclave to elect the next pope. The film premiered at last year’s Telluride Film Festival and has emerged as a surefire Oscar contender this awards season.

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“Just made the huge mistake of watching the much-celebrated ‘Conclave’ and it is the most disgusting anti-Catholic film I have seen in a long time,” Kelly wrote to her 3.4 million X followers. “Shame on Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci & John Lithgow for starring in it & shame on director Edward Berger (among others).”

Kelly took particular offense to the film’s twist ending, in which the newly elected pope, Vincent Cardinal Benitez (Carlos Diehz), reveals he is intersex. Fiennes’ character agrees to keep the news a secret as his election is made public.

“They make THE POPE INTERSEX! This is the big exciting twist at the end. I wish I had known so I wouldn’t have watched it,” Kelly wrote in her post. “There are almost no redeeming characters in the movie – every cardinal is morally bankrupt/repulsive. The only exception of course is the intersex pope (who – surprise! – has female reproductive parts) & the cardinal who keeps her secret – bc of course that kind of Catholic secret-keeping must be lionized. I’m disgusted. What a thing to release to streaming just in time for Christmas. They would never do this to Muslims, but Christians/Catholics are always fair game to mock/belittle/smear.”

Fiennes is joined in “Conclave” by Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Sergio Castellitto and Isabella Rossellini. Kelly shared her criticism on X several hours before the 2025 Golden Globes, where “Conclave” is nominated for six awards, including best motion picture drama, best director and best actor for Fiennes. The film also tied “Wicked” to lead the 2025 Critic’s Choice Awards with 11 nominations.

While Kelly disliked the film, Variety film critic Peter Debruge praised “Conclave” in his review for having “one of the most satisfying twists in years, a Hail Mary that both surprises and restores one’s faith (maybe not everyone’s, but certainly that of the disillusioned).” He also lauded Fiennes’ “quietly conflicted performance” as his character undergoes an internal struggle between devotion and doubt.

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Greg Wells Weaves Musical Magic for ‘Wicked’: A Harmonious Journey with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo

Amid the tantalizing buzz surrounding the upcoming film adaptation of “Wicked,” music producer Greg Wells has found himself at the intersection of Broadway magic and cinematic spectacle. With a resume that boasts work with pop titans such as Adele and Katy Perry—he’s now globetrotting in an entirely different realm, pouring his soul into the soundtrack of a project that promises to be nothing short of spectacular. The journey has been anything but simple—Wells describes his work on “Wicked” as a Herculean task, and he’s not flinching from that description.,Having labored over the soundtrack for two and a half years, Wells understands better than most the caliber of talent he’s collaborating with. Working with the likes of Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo is, let’s face it, no small feat. Both artists are essentially modern-day vocal goddesses—each possessing their own unique vocal mastery. Their partnership, forged in the studio, has evolved into a camaraderie that Wells found to be almost supernatural. “I started noticing… the notes were phasing, which means they’re so close to each other that it stopped sounding like two people,” he enthuses, revealing that, during live recordings, it often sounded like one voice harmoniously entwined in rapture.,The relationship between Grande and Erivo blossomed in the studio at Elstree Studios, transcending mere collaboration. “Their vibratos synced up… it was amazing to watch it happen and to hear it happen,” Wells explains, as he reminiscently recalls late nights spent in a nearly empty building—just he, the artists, and the spirit of creativity. The intimate atmosphere allowed their chemistry to shine, creating sonic magic that Wells will be proud to unveil to fans.,But let’s not gloss over the challenges that Wells faced—his desire to innovate sometimes clashed with the sacred legacy of “Wicked”. “I did not want to be the guy who destroyed ‘Wicked’ for all the people that had seen the live version,” he admits. Balancing the expectations of devoted fans with the need to infuse contemporary flair into the soundtrack is a tightrope act. For instance, when he attempted to inject a hip-hop flavor into “Popular,” it was met with hesitation from Grande, who expertly articulated the essence of her character Glinda—“There’s nothing about Glinda that’s cool. She would never sing on a song that sounds this cool.”,The clarity with which Grande approached her role not only amazed Wells—it left him with an incredible sense of respect for the performing arts as a whole. The collaborative dialogue that unfolded was striking; pushing boundaries while honoring the established lore of “Wicked” has yielded a vibrantly reinvented piece of art. Wells’ extensive experience in music production has prepared him to play this crucial role—crafting a sound that captures both the weight of classic musical theatre and the energetic pulse of modern pop.,Equally riveting is his reflection on the emotional resonance that “Wicked” has always held for him. Seeing “Defying Gravity” for the first time impaled his very essence, compelling him to leave the theater at intermission with “a lump in my throat the size of Jupiter.” Now, he gets to weave his musical intelligence into the fabric of a story that he holds dear, resonating with the trials of the underdog and the complexities of identity—seen through the lens of the misunderstood Elphaba.,What lies ahead for Wells and the second installment of “Wicked”? While much of the creative groundwork has been laid, the real magic is yet to come. “Stephen Schwartz has written some stuff that, again… it’s a movie, where it’s different,” he tantalizingly hints at the fresh material set to grace the sequel. With a promise of stride and sophistication woven throughout the score, fans of the musical are surely in for an inventive treat.,The anticipation for “Wicked” is not merely a display of loyalty to a beloved narrative, but rather a collective excitement for an artistic reimagining that promises to resonate with both seasoned and new audiences alike. Wells is not merely polishing the past—he is crafting a legacy that intertwines the brilliance of Broadway with the grandeur of cinema. The future of this beloved story rests in skilled hands, and the completion of Part 1 is just the beginning of this creative odyssey.

Ariana Grande jokingly shouts out ‘botox and juvederm’ while accepting award

Ariana Grande showcased her wicked humor sense of humor while accepting her first major accolade of 2025 at the Palm Springs International Film Festival.

The Wicked star, 31, received the Rising Star Award from her friend and White Lotus Emmy winner Jennifer Coolidge during the ceremony on Saturday, January 4. According to People, Grande began her speech with a nod to their bond, calling Coolidge a “comedic genius whose brilliance has inspired my entire life.”

“You don’t know how much it means to me,” Grande said, before reflecting on her long career in the entertainment industry. “I’ve been performing since I was a child, so I never thought at the age of 31 I would be hearing the words ‘rising star’ again, so I wanted to start by thanking my two friends: Botox and Juvederm.”

The crowd erupted in laughter as she quipped, “I thought I’d be hearing ‘slightly withering star’ or ‘drooping star’ by now, so thank you.”

Grande also expressed her appreciation for Wicked director Jon M. Chu, whom she called her “fearless leader,” and co-star Cynthia Erivo, whom she described as her “brilliant sister.” Reflecting on her experience portraying Glinda the Good, Grande said, “Being able to play Glinda the Good was not only the honor of my life but it felt like a homecoming.”

Grande shared that comedy has always been a central part of her life, even before her success as a singer. “For those of you who don’t know, I started out in stand-up comedy. My first professional gig was in our living room in Boca Raton, Fla., [to entertain] my grandparents. I was 4 years old, and my mom gave me $5,” she recalled.

“I learned early on that laughter was one of our greatest escapes and I remember the infectious impact that it had, not only on the people in my life, but how it fed me in return,” Grande added. “The past 10 years when I was really focused on music, I really missed that feeling. So it really does feel like the beginning of a new chapter.”

Grande’s performance as Glinda in Wicked: Part One has garnered critical acclaim and multiple nominations, including at the Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards. The film, directed by Chu, stars Grande alongside Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West. Its sequel, Wicked: For Good, will be released on November 21.

Festival Chairman Nachhattar Singh Chandi praised Grande’s transition from music to film, saying in a statement, “Grande is an iconic global performer, who has seamlessly transitioned to film in her first major starring role, proving herself to be a multifaceted and undeniable talent. This role is certain to be the beginning of the many accolades she will garner throughout her acting career.”

Grande also addressed her well-documented openness about beauty procedures. In September 2024, during a polygraph test led by Erivo, Grande confirmed she had previously received Botox and lip fillers but stopped in 2018.

While denying rumors of other procedures, including a nose job, facelift, and Brazilian Butt Lift, she candidly said she’s “open” to a facelift in the future.

Other honorees at the Palm Springs event included Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, and Timothée Chalamet, rounding out a night dedicated to celebrating multifaceted talent in the entertainment industry.

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne dies aged 32

Tributes flood in for ‘warm-hearted and amazing’ drag artist James Lee Williams

James Lee Williams, known as drag artist The Vivienne, has died at the age of 32, his public relations executive announced on Sunday.

Simon Jones posted on Instagram: “It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved James Lee Williams – The Vivienne, has passed this weekend.

“James was an incredibly loved, warm-hearted and amazing person. Their family are heartbroken at the loss of their son, brother and uncle. They are so proud of the wonderful things James achieved in their life and career.

“We will not be releasing any further details. We please ask that James’s family are given the time and privacy they now need to process and grieve.”

Williams, whose drag name came from their love of the fashion designer Vivienne Westwood, rose to prominence after becoming the UK drag ambassador for the US series of RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2015.

They won the first UK series of the show in 2019 after lip-syncing in the final to the Wham song I’m Your Man.

Williams subsequently appeared in the seventh season of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars and was a finalist in the UK series of Dancing on Ice in 2023, finishing in third place.

The drag artist most recently played the Childcatcher in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang on tour and previously appeared as the Wicked Witch of the West in the revival of the Wizard of Oz musical.

Tributes have been paid to Williams on social media.

RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Michelle Visage said: “Heartbreaking, I don’t know how to say how I feel.

“My darling @thevivienne_ we go back to when I started coming over here to the UK. You were always there, always laughing, always giving, always on point.

“Your laughter, your wit, your talent, your drag. I loved all of it but I loved your friendship most of all.

“You were a beacon to so many.”

Coronation Street star Antony Cotton said the news was “unbelievably sad”, adding: “This is so unbelievably sad. James was a real joy to be around. We loved him x.”

RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Bimini Bon Boulash wrote on Instagram: “I’m so sorry I’m in total shock.”

Emmerdale actor Lisa Riley described Williams as an “incredible human” who will be missed.

Riley wrote on Instagram: “You incredible human … rest in peace.

“Never stop shining your beautiful light over us all.

“Love and strength to all your family. We will miss you so much.”

Golden Globes Awards 2025 nominees and way to watch ceremony in the UK

The 82nd annual Golden Globe Awards will see Hollywood’s finest dress up for the celebration of film and television that serves as the ceremonial start to awards season.

The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, is the venue with comedian Nikki Glaser hosting the show. The awards ceremony will be broadcast on both sides of the Atlantic with US viewers able to watch the show live on the CBS network, which is airing the Globes as part of a five-year deal.

It will also stream on Paramount+ with Showtime. The ceremony starts at 01:00 GMT and usually lasts between three and four hours. UK viewers without a VPN can expect to see highlights on social media, YouTube and news bulletins on Monday morning.

How do I stream the Golden Globes?

Paramount+ users with the Showtime add-on can stream the Golden Globes live. Other Paramount+ subscribers can stream the show the next day. The Globes can also be watched through live TV streaming services that include CBS in their lineup, like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV or FuboTV.

How can I watch the red carpet?

Variety and Entertainment Tonight are teaming up for the official red carpet pre-show, which will air on the outlets’ websites, www.goldenglobes.com, and Paramount+. Their show, hosted by Variety’s Marc Malkin and Entertainment Tonight’s Rachel Smith, begins at 6.30 pm Eastern Time (11.30pm GMT).

And after taking a year off, E! will return to covering the fashion fiesta of the Globes red carpet, with a show starting at 6 pm (11pm GMT).

Who’s nominated for the Globes?

Emilia Perez director Jacques Audiard’s audacious musical about a Mexican drug lord who undergoes gender affirming surgery, is the leading nominee. It’s nominated for best picture, musical or comedy, along with Wicked and Anora and its stars Zoe Saldana, Karla Sofía Gascón and Selena Gomez are nominated in the acting categories.

Nominees for best picture, drama, include The Brutalist and A Complete Unknown. Their stars, Adrien Brody and Timothée Chalamet are nominated for best actor in a drama. The Bear led all nominees on the TV side with five, followed closely by Shogun with four. Meanwhile, Viola Davis and Ted Danson will get lifetime achievement awards.

Among those presenting the awards was to be Aubrey Plaza but she suffered the ultimate heartache after the death of her husband Jeff Baena. The Dirty Grandpa actress, 40, is set to appear at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards on Sunday night. She will be joined by co-presenters including Salma Hayek, Anya Taylor-Joy and Anthony Ramos. Currently, it is not known whether Aubrey has decided to step back from her presenting duties following Jeff’s death.

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How to Watch the 2025 Golden Globes: Nominations and Where to Stream

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The 82nd Golden Globe Awards are this Sunday, kicking off awards season and the race to the Oscars in March. (Those nominees will be announced Friday, Jan. 17.) As infamous as they are, the Globes are at least a reliable source of entertainment for spotting drunk celebrities on a Sunday night. Here’s how to tune in, plus other important information about this year’s ceremony.

When are the 2025 Golden Globes?

The Golden Globes are this Sunday, Jan. 5, at the Beverly Hilton and air (officially) from 8pm ET/5pm PT to 11pm ET/8pm PT. (Like every other award show ever, it will almost definitely run over; my over/under bet is 27 minutes.)

How can I stream the Golden Globes?

Since CBS is broadcasting the event, you can stream it live from the CBS app with your cable login credentials, if you have those, or Paramount+ if you have the subscription plan that includes Showtime. (Free trials last seven days.) Users with a Paramount+ Essential plan can stream on Monday. You can also watch via a live TV service, such as Fubo, Sling TV, DirectTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, or YouTube TV (all with free trials of their own!).

If you’re not in the US and have the illness of needing to watch all the American awards shows live (relatable), a reliable VPN for streaming is your access ticket; Express VPN is our top pick.

Who’s hosting the Golden Globes this year?

Comedian Nikki Glaser, who has been the standout participant in several roasts (see most recently: Tom Brady). She’s also a nominee in the Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television category for her special Someday You’ll Die, which premiered on Max back in May. She’ll be the first woman soloing hosting duties at the Globes; since 2010, Amy Poehler and Tina Fey tag-teamed as hosts four times, and Sandra Oh was paired with Andy Samberg in 2019. Here’s hoping her monologue goes over a lot better than Jo Koy’s cringefest last year.

Who’s presenting at the Golden Globes this year?

The presenters announced include Andrew Garfield, Anthony Mackie, Anya Taylor-Joy, Ariana DeBose, Aubrey Plaza, Auliʻi Cravalho, Colin Farrell, Colman Domingo, Demi Moore, Dwayne Johnson, Jeff Goldblum, Jennifer Coolidge, Ke Huy Quan, Margaret Qualley, Michael Keaton, Michelle Yeoh, Nicolas Cage, Rachel Brosnahan, Rob McElhenney, Seth Rogen, Vin Diesel, Viola Davis, Zoë Kravitz, and many more.

What movies and TV shows are nominated at the 2025 Golden Globes, and what’s predicted to win?

Here are the nominees from the top categories:

Best Motion Picture – Drama

· A Complete Unknown

· Conclave

· Dune: Part Two

· Nickel Boys

· September 5

· The Brutalist

What the predictions say: Almost definitely The Brutalist.

Best Director – Motion Picture

· Brady Corbet (The Brutalist)

· Coralie Fargeat (The Substance)

· Edward Berger (Conclave)

· Jacques Audiard (Emilia Pérez)

· Payal Kapadia (All We Imagine as Light)

· Sean Baker (Anora)

What the predictions say: Brady Corbet for The Brutalist. In the last 10 years, the voting body has only split up the winners of the Best Motion Picture – Drama and Best Director categories twice.

Best Television Series – Drama

· The Diplomat

· Mr. & Mrs. Smith

· Shogun

· Slow Horses

· Squid Game

· The Day of the Jackal

What the predictions say: Expect a repeat of the Emmys – Shogun is the presumed winner here.

Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy

· Abbott Elementary

· The Bear

· Hacks

· Nobody Wants This

· Only Murders in the Building

· The Gentleman

What the predictions say: It’s a toss up. Abbott Elementary, The Bear, and Hacks have played musical chairs in this category over the years. But a notable reminder that the most recent Emmy in this category went to Hacks, and the Globes could follow suit.

For the rest of the categories, check out the full list of nominees.

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Nicki Minaj Caught in Legal Firestorm: Ex-Tour Manager Alleges Assault Amid High-Pressure Tour Chaos

In a stunning turn of events, Grammy-nominated rapper Nicki Minaj finds herself embroiled in legal turmoil — this time, her former day-to-day tour manager, Brandon Garrett, has filed a lawsuit accusing the multifaceted star of assault and battery. The incident allegedly occurred backstage at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena on April 21, 2024, following a performance from her highly anticipated Pink Friday 2 tour.

Garrett’s claims, which have been reported by reputable outlets like TMZ and Variety, paint a picture of a volatile environment just moments after Minaj left the stage. The lawsuit details an exchange that spiraled out of control when Garrett attempted to communicate logistics regarding prescription medications—an innocuous issue that somehow escalated into something far more serious. According to court documents, a confrontation erupted in Minaj’s dressing room, where tensions flared among an entourage of eight individuals, raising eyebrows over the diva’s behind-the-scenes demeanor.

The altercation, while shocking to fans, appears to echo a troubling trend within the entertainment industry — the conflation of professional pressure and personal confrontation. Garrett states in the complaint that after expressing to Minaj that he had dispatched another employee, Luke Montgomery, to grab her prescriptions, Minaj’s reaction was nothing short of explosive. “Are you f—— crazy having him pick up my prescription?” she allegedly screamed. “You have lost your f—— mind and if my husband [Kenneth Petty] were here, he would knock out your f—— teeth. You’re a dead man walking.”

As the allegations unfurl further, it becomes apparent that Minaj may have crossed a line. Garrett claims that not only did she threaten him vocally, but she also allegedly struck him across the face—this act supposedly leading to visible injury. “At this point, [Minaj] open-handedly struck [Garrett] on the right side of his face,” the lawsuit recounts, which purportedly caused his head to swing back, dislodging his hat. It’s difficult to even imagine a chart-topping artist resorting to such aggression, but Garrett’s account suggests a far more primal episode.

The aftermath reportedly left Garrett shaken, as he locked himself in a bathroom for hours after the incident in an attempt to process the confrontation. The lawsuit claims he later received a terse, disheartening message informing him he was no longer welcome on tour—a bitter twist for someone who likely saw himself as integral to the show’s success.

In a swift response to the allegations, Minaj’s legal representative, Judd Burstein, categorically denied the claims. He stated to TMZ, “At this time, no complaint has been served upon [Minaj], and therefore, we are unaware of the specific allegations. However, if the lawsuit is as reported by TMZ, it is completely false and frivolous. We are confident that the matter brought by this ex-assistant will be resolved swiftly in Mrs. Petty’s favor.”

This situation raises questions about the standards of behavior not only expected from celebrities but also imposed on them by the high-pressure environments they often inhabit. Will this case turn into a protracted feud, or will it evaporate into the ether, lost in the swirl of Hollywood’s noise?

One thing is for certain—whether or not the courts vindicate Garrett’s claims, the incident sheds a dim light on the fleeting nature of loyalty within the glamor-laden industry. The stakes are high, and with them come the pitfalls of fame that often threaten to devour even the brightest stars.