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From red-carpet arrivals to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, we’re capturing every moment of Hollywood’s biggest night.
Oscars 2025
Mick Jagger, Kim Kardashian, and More Fête Oscar Nominees at Chanel and Charles Finch Pre-Oscars Dinner
At the annual event, Demi Moore and Adrien Brody arrived with family, and Fernanda Torres told us she was still shocked by all the change and national pride that her movie, I’m Still Here, has inspired in Brazil.
By Paul Chi
Oscars 2025: See All the Acting Nominees
Timothée Chalamet, Ariana Grande, and the rest of the stars contending for a golden statuette this year.
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How to Watch the 2025 Oscars on Livestream, TV, and More
A guide for how to watch Hollywood’s biggest night, plus what to expect from host Conan O’Brien and the year’s top races.
By Savannah Walsh
Live From New York
Shane Gillis Bombs on Return to Saturday Night Live
The comedian's monologue lurched from Trump jokes to date rape jokes without a single one landing. But Mike Myers as Elon Musk saved an otherwise rough episode.
By Karen Valby
Obituary
David Johansen: His Life In Photos
The New York Dolls frontman, who also performed as “Buster Poindexter,” died Friday at age 75.
By Eve Batey
Oscars 2025
Before the Oscars, VIPs Gather at Vanity Fair and Saint Laurent Awards Season Dinner
Adrien Brody, Zoë Kravitz, and Olivia Wilde joined stars from Anora and Emilia Pérez at Saint Laurent and Vanity Fair’s intimate dinner party.
By Kara Warner
Baby2Baby Came to the Aid of LA Families Within Hours of the Fires
The national nonprofit, which sends vital goods to children living in poverty, has supporters in Jennifer Garner, Kim Kardashian, and Vanity Fair.
By John Ross
Now Streaming
The 25 Best Shows on Netflix to Watch in March
From comedy classics to underseen dramatic gems, your next binge is waiting.
By Tara Ariano
Oscars 2025
Here’s Your Printable Oscar Ballot for 2025
Don't forget to print out your official Oscar ballot before watching the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 2nd.
By Chris Murphy
Nostalgia
When Sean Penn Got Mad at Chris Rock: Recapping the 2005 Oscar Ceremony
Twenty years ago at the Academy Awards, Beyoncé performed three times, Million Dollar Baby reigned supreme, Jamie Foxx charmed the nation, and Sean Penn defended Jude Law.
By Richard Lawson
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See the 2025 Oscar Nominations List—and How the Race Is Shaping Up
Emilia Pérez is the most nominated film at this year’s Oscars, with The Brutalist and Wicked close behind.
By Rebecca Ford
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When Green Lanterns Become True Detectives: Meet HBO’s Pulpy, Prestige-y Lanterns
The series with Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre, which just went into production, dives into a murder in Nebraska.
By Jeff Jensen
Gene Hackman: Five Undersung Roles Showcasing His “Threat and Heart”
A look back at some of the Oscar-winner’s less-obvious work after his and his wife's untimely deaths in New Mexico.
By Anthony Breznican
Investigations
Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa's Deaths Deemed “Suspicious” In Search Warrant: “No Obvious Sign of a Gas Leak”
On Thursday morning, Hackman, his wife, and a dog were all found dead in their Santa Fe home. While no foul play was initially suspected, New Mexico authorities have now deemed their deaths "suspicious enough in nature to require a thorough search and investigation."
By Chris Murphy
Brendassaince
Brenda Song Reintroduces Herself: On Running Point, Child Stardom, and Life With Macaulay Culkin
“I’m able to stand up and speak up for the things that I hope for and truly want,” says the Disney Channel alum. “I was too scared to do that for a very long time.”
By Savannah Walsh
Oscars 2025
Monica Barbaro, Anna Sawai, Keke Palmer, and Aaron Pierre Toast Young Hollywood at Vanity Fair and Instagram’s Vanities Party
The annual party at Bar Marmont celebrated the most exciting rising talent of the year.
By Rebecca Ford
knives out
Agatha Christie Calling: An Exclusive Look at Anjelica Huston, Matthew Rhys, and Clarke Peters in Towards Zero
A series from the small but often delicious streamer BritBox has murder on its mind.
By Maureen Ryan
Review
Kate Hudson Unleashes Her Star Power on Netflix’s Running Point
The less-than-prolific actor is back in action on a charming new sitcom.
By Richard Lawson
true crime
Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke Delves Into an Abusive Nightmare
“This is my ability to take control of my own story and speak it in my own words,” says Kevin Franke of the new docuseries, which attempts to show how his estranged wife’s viral fame led to “the torture of children in the desert.” But is Devil in the Family really Kevin’s story?
By Eve Batey
in memoriam
Gene Hackman, Versatile Screen Icon, Dies at 95
The two-time Oscar winner and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their home.
By Gary Susman