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June 11, 2024

On this day in history, June 11, 1982, the film 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' is released: 'Deeply touching'

On this day in history, June 11, 1982, the Oscar-winning film "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial," directed by Steven Spielberg, is released, hailed as "rare blockbuster that is also a work of art."

June 4, 2024

Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie: Blockbuster movies, public relationships, kids and more

Angelina Jolie is an actress and philanthropist. She is the daughter of actor Jon Voight and has built a strong career as a successful, versatile actress.

June 1, 2024

Morgan Freeman's success on stage and screen: Oscar-winning movies, Broadway shows and more

Morgan Freeman has starred in many highly-esteemed films through his long career. "Driving Miss Daisy" and "Invictus" are just two Oscar-nominated films Freeman has been part of.

May 31, 2024

On this day in history, May 31, 1930, actor-director Clint Eastwood is born in California

Clint Eastwood, one of the great creative talents in cinematic history, was born on this day in history, May 31, 1930, in San Francisco, California. Here are details about the actor-director.

May 29, 2024

Amy Homma succeeds Jacqueline Stewart to lead Academy Museum

Jacqueline Stewart is leaving her role as director and president of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures and will be succeeded by Academy Museum veteran Amy Homma.

May 16, 2024

The life of Janet Jackson: Growing up in a famous family, her solo music career, movie roles and more

Janet Jackson is a world-renowned singer and the sister of the late Michael Jackson. In addition to her music, Janet has also acted in a number of movies and TV shows.

May 16, 2024

On this day in history, May 16, 1986, Tom Cruise Cold War blockbuster 'Top Gun' jets across silver screen

On this day in history, May 16, 1986, "Top Gun" is released — and after rising to the top of the charts, it went on to become a Hollywood movie classic of the big screen.

May 15, 2024

Prince's 'Purple Rain' house in Minneapolis to welcome visitors in honor of film's 40th anniversary

Fans of Prince will get a chance to stay at his Minneapolis home in a rare Airbnb experience. The stay comes in honor of the 40th anniversary of Prince's "Purple Rain" film.

May 6, 2024

Emma Watson, Lily James, other stars who played princesses ahead of the 'Sleeping Beauties' themed Met Gala

Over the years, more and more live-action adaptations of classic Disney animated movies have been made. Some include "Beauty and the Beast" and "Aladdin."

May 6, 2024

George Clooney: From hit TV shows to big time blockbusters like 'Batman,' 'Ocean's Eleven' and more

George Clooney has had a very successful career in both film and television. Some of Clooney's popular movies include "Ocean's Eleven," "Confessions of a Dangerous Mind" and "Gravity."