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analysis:Andrew McCarthy looks back on what it was like to be named a member of the 1980s 'Brat Pack'. It ruined him

I dived with glee back into a cherished chapter of my youth with the documentary Brats, made by former teen star Andrew McCarthy about the 1980s rise of teen movies and their young talents who came to be known as the Brat Pack.
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From Princess Catherine to Margot Robbie, see the famous faces who flocked to Wimbledon

Wimbledon is known for being one of the most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world — and for pulling a star-studded crowd. Here's who was spotted sitting courtside.
Princess Catherine smiles courtside at Wimbledon in a purple dress

Alec Baldwin breaks down in tears as judge dismisses charges over Rust movie set killing

A New Mexico judge has dismissed involuntary manslaughter charges against actor Alec Baldwin over the shooting of Rust cinematographer Halyna Hutchins in 2021.
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Why Shelley Duvall disappeared from Hollywood

Shelley Duvall's retreat from Hollywood was a favourite topic among internet sleuths throughout the years. In some of her last interviews, the former star gave insights into her disappearance. 
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Emma Stone's second movie with filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos this year is notable, and here's why

Kinds of Kindness is the second film this year from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos to feature Emma Stone in a leading role — and that's in a landscape where less than a third feature a female lead or co-lead.
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Shelley Duvall — star of The Shining and a regular in Robert Altman films — dies aged 75

Shelley Duvall — a regular star in some of the defining movies of the 1970s and 1980s — dies decades after retreating from the spotlight and settling in a small town in Texas.
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Sam Neill "so pleased to be alive and busy" after two years in remission

Beloved actor Sam Neill says he's "so pleased to be alive and busy" after two and a half years in remission, with a new season of his hit series The Twelve coming soon.
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The voices of Judy Garland and James Dean are being used in a new AI app. The move could end up hurting other actors

The voices of the dead Hollywood stars are being unveiled in a new AI app to be used as text readers. Here's what we know.
A collage of Judy Garland in Wizard of Oz and James Dean in Rebel with a Cause

Barbenheimer 2.0: Will Wicked and Gladiator 2 create another box office phenomenon?

Wicked, the highly anticipated screen adaption of the Broadway musical, will now be released on the same day as Ridley Scott's Gladiator 2, setting the stage for a box office showdown similar to Barbenheimer.
A composite image of Ariana Grande as Glinda in Wicked, and Paul Mescal in Gladiator 2

'I tried to have a sensible career': Why the star of Underbelly and Offspring had to choose acting

The beloved actor made her name playing abrasive characters in some of Australia's most beloved TV shows. Now she's taking on Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? once more.
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Ian McKellen won't return to theatre role after fall from stage

Sir Ian McKellen has withdrawn from his UK tour of Player Kings after he fell off the stage mid-performance at a London theatre last month. 
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Actor Martin Mull, known for guest spots on Roseanne and Arrested Development, dies aged 80

Martin Mull appeared in beloved roles such as private eye Gene Parmesan on Arrested Development and would be nominated for an Emmy in 2016 for a guest turn on Veep as Bob Bradley. 
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Toadie to leave Neighbours after 30 years as actor Ryan Moloney heads behind the scenes

Actor Ryan Moloney plans to move behind the scenes as a director on Neighbours, with his beloved character Jarrod "Toadie" Rebecchi leaving the show after 30 years. 
Ryan Moloney in a white shirt, brown hair with greying beard, smiling warmly

Home where Marilyn Monroe lived and died avoids demolition after being deemed a historical landmark

Marilyn Monroe's home will not be demolished after the LA City Council deems the property a historical landmark, thwarting the plans of neighbours to expand their estate.
Marilyn Monroe lays on her stomach on a lawn, smiling into the distance as she rests her chin on her right hand

Is the Marvel Cinematic Universe doomed, or will Deadpool save the day?

While you could argue the Marvel Cinematic Universe is far from on its knees, all eyes are on the lone MCU film being released this year to save the day, or —  at the very least — be a canary in the caped coal mine.
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The stolen Wizard of Oz slippers have been found, and Judy Garland's hometown wants them back

The Minnesota town where actress Judy Garland grew up is raising funds to buy back the ruby slippers stolen from its museum in 2005.
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A Wizard of Oz screenshot showing Judy Garland and Ray Bolger walking with dog Toto.

Donald Sutherland dies aged 88

Award-winning actor Donald Sutherland best known for his roles in M*A*S*H and The Hunger Games has died aged 88.
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New evidence in Alec Baldwin Rust trial shows he pointed gun at crew members before fatal shooting

The evidence, which includes images and video from crew and a set photographer, shows Mr Baldwin pointed his gun at a crew member and fired a blank round, held his finger on the trigger when not supposed to and engaged in horseplay with the weapon.
A screenshot of bodycam footage released of police questioning Baldwin on set of Rust.

Ian McKellen rushed to hospital after falling off stage during play

The 85-year-old was performing in a production of Player Kings when about two hours into the show he fell off the stage. 
 Ian McKellen in a leather jacket holding a glass.

Henry Winkler describes 'amazing adventure' of fire evacuation in Dublin

Irish fire crews who raced to reports of an emergency at a Dublin hotel were surprised to find Happy Days star Henry Winkler among the chaos outside. 
Hollywood actor Henry Winkler in a green jacket with three firefighters in front of a Dublin Fire Brigade truck.

Who is the Australian teenager cast in the live-action Moana?

Sydney teenager Catherine Laga'aia has been cast as Moana in a live-action remake of the Disney film. Laga'aia says she's excited and honoured to "represent young girls who look like me".
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Kevin Spacey admits to being 'too handsy' in apparent attempt to revive acting career

The tearful interview comes as celebrities defend the actor, who has been out of work since allegations of sexual misconduct, amid a new documentary. 
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The Fall Guy's Keir Beck talks stunt coordination, safety, and Hollywood's unseen heroes

As a stunt coordinator on The Fall Guy starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, Keir Beck says a good stunt performer goes unnoticed, but plays a crucial role in an action flick.
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'I also don't have a filter': Love on the Spectrum star lands lead role in new comedy show

Wollongong actor and reality television star Michael Theo has landed his first major production, playing a character inspired by him in a new comedy drama called Austin.
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Judge rejects Alec Baldwin's request to drop criminal charge

A New Mexico judge rejects a request by Alec Baldwin to drop a criminal charge against him during a fatal shooting on the film set of Rust. The decision clears one of the last remaining hurdles for prosecutors to put the Hollywood actor on trial for involuntary manslaughter in July.
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