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The Golden Globes are mounting a comeback. But Hollywood is still 'on the fence'

LOS ANGELES — Before dawn Monday, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association announced its nominations for the first televised Golden Globe Awards in two years, since a 2021 Los Angeles Times investigation exposed a lack of diversity in the organization's membership and raised concerns about its ethics and financial practices.

Los Angeles Times · Dec 13, 2022

Dorothy Carvello is suing Ahmet Ertegun’s estate to shake up the music industry

Dorothy Carvello still remembers the day she was fired from her dream job at Atlantic Records for playing by the rules.

Los Angeles Times · Dec 12, 2022

‘Law & Order: SVU’ showrunner accused of mistreating women, support staff on multiple shows

LOS ANGELES — In June, David Graziano was given the keys to one of the most valuable fiefdoms in television when he was named showrunner of “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” (“SVU” among fans) ahead of the NBC drama’s record-setting 24th season.

Los Angeles Times · Dec 12, 2022

38 women accuse James Toback of sexual misconduct in new lawsuit

Five years after a Los Angeles Times investigation into sexual harassment allegations against James Toback, 38 women filed a joint lawsuit against the filmmaker on Monday claiming sexual misconduct.

Los Angeles Times · Dec 6, 2022

After the Slap, can Will Smith’s ‘Emancipation’ get Oscar love?

LOS ANGELES — When Will Smith took the stage Wednesday night at Westwood’s Village Theatre to introduce his new slavery thriller “Emancipation,” the nearly full house cheered and took out their phones to capture the moment. The actor had just finished striding the premiere’s red carpet, flashing his thousand-megawatt smile…

Los Angeles Times · Dec 2, 2022

How an Indian action icon broke into Hollywood — and the Oscar race — with 'RRR'

LOS ANGELES — S.S. Rajamouli anticipated some applause. Maybe a few whistles from the South Asian viewers he'd spotted in the crowd. The biggest U.S. screening to date of his hit movie "RRR" had sold out in minutes online, but this was Hollywood, not Hyderabad. Would Americans curious about the…

Los Angeles Times · Nov 22, 2022

His term expiring, Garcetti pushes hard for job as ambassador to India

LOS ANGELES — With less than a month to go before he leaves office, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is pressing his effort to get the U.S. Senate to confirm his appointment as ambassador to India, a fraught campaign complicated by a Republican senator whose office is trying to renew…

Los Angeles Times · Nov 19, 2022

'Days of Our Lives' will honor John Aniston, but character's fate is up in the air

"Days of Our Lives" is preparing to say goodbye to one of its longest-serving stars.

Los Angeles Times · Nov 17, 2022

From LeBron to Legend, celebs praise LA Mayor-elect Karen Bass: ‘CONGRATULATIONS QUEEN!’

LOS ANGELES — Celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Chris Pratt, Snoop Dogg, Gwyneth Paltrow and Katy Perry stepped up to endorse real estate developer Rick Caruso in his bid to be mayor of L.A. But after Karen Bass was declared winner of the race Wednesday, different famous voices chimed in congratulate…

Los Angeles Times · Nov 17, 2022

NFL Week 10 picks: Who the ‘experts’ are taking in Eagles vs. Commanders

The experts have made their picks, and the consensus is with the Philadelphia Eagles in Monday night's matchup with the Washington Commanders

USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 12, 2022