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Sunday, June 21, 2026

By Guest Contributor Sunday, June 21, 2026

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Some Father’s Day comments from actor Sir Anthony Hopkins

Holidays/Father’s Day— Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures around the world. Today, we celebrate your love, your sacrifices, your guidance, and the quiet strength you bring to the lives of those who depend on you. The impact of a father’s care often… pic.twitter.com/E9YKUr8Ypj — Sir Anthony Hopkins ❶ (@SirAnthonygsk0) June 21, […]

Saturday, June 6, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, June 6, 2026

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SAG-AFTRA rank and file approves new four-year contract

Hollywood/Labor— A new SAG-AFTRA contract is a done deal. The rank and file of the major union for actors in the entertainment biz gave a huge thumbs up to a new contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The multi-year contract received 91.42% of the vote; however, only 19.25% of eligible members returned their ballots. The vote […]

Monday, January 5, 2026

By Fronnie Lewis Monday, January 5, 2026

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31st Annual Critics Choice Awards handed out last night

Awards The Hollywood awards season officially got off to a shining start with the 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards last night in Santa Monica. The horror/supernatural film with heart and soul, Sinners, received 17 nominations, the most of any film. When the ceremony was all over, the vampire flick was honored with four awards: Best Original Screenplay (Ryan Coogler), […]

Saturday, March 29, 2025

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, March 29, 2025

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Entertainment Snips and Bites — March 29, 2025

Script and film deals Apparently, it didn’t take long for Hollywood to get inspired by “Signalgate.” The Trump Administration continues to struggle with the scandal over a journalist accidentally added to a chat with White House officials discussing military actions in Yemen. Meanwhile, a deal was announced a few days ago for actor, comedian, and successful pitchman Kevin Hart to […]

Saturday, May 4, 2024

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, May 4, 2024

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President Joe Biden and Actor Mark Hamill celebrate Star Wars Day

President Joe Biden and actor Mark Hamill joined forces to honor the Star Wars Holiday. For more than 20 years, Star Wars fans and others have adopted May 4th as “May The Fourth Be With You” day. It is a pun on one of the most famous lines from the “Star Wars” movie franchise, which says, “May the Force be […]

Saturday, December 23, 2023

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, December 23, 2023

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SAG-AFTRA members are celebrating the holidays with a new contract

SAG-AFTRA members are enjoying the benefits of a new three-year contract this holiday season. The union ended a brutal 118-day strike against the studios after reaching a tentative deal last month. However, the membership needed to give its approval. That became a done deal earlier this month. On December 5, the union announced its members nationwide approved new, three-year agreements […]

Friday, September 29, 2023

By Fronnie Lewis Friday, September 29, 2023

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Hollywood writers prepare to vote on a tentative agreement

Hollywood writers are getting ready to vote on a tentative agreement reached by the Writers Guild of America and the major studios last weekend. After months of acrimony, false starts and weeks of painful silence negotiations finally got serious and moved at lightning speed. The talks restarted on Wednesday, September 20. They went on every day until a deal was […]

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Wednesday, December 30, 2015

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Former “Glee” star Mark Salling facing child porn charges

The year is ending on a sour note for a former star of the hit TV series “Glee.” Mark Salling, who played bad boy Noah “Puck” Puckerman, on the comedy/musical is facing charges of possession of child pornography. Salling was arrested yesterday at his home in nearby by Sunland and is now out on bail. A tip led to the […]

Sunday, September 27, 2015

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, September 27, 2015

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Around the Southland: Tom Cruise sells hilltop estate

Big property deal for superstar, Tom Cruise. After months on the market, recently the “Mission Impossible” actor sold his Hollywood Hills estate for $11.4 million, according to the Trulia celebrity blog. The 2.5 acre “European-style” compound in Laurel Canyon has stunning views and two homes connected by stone driveways, walking paths, and […]