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'Gravity,' 'Her' Share Top Prize From L.A. Film Critics Group

The Los Angeles Film Critics Association named 'Gravity' and 'Her' as the year's best films on Sunday and chose Bruce Dern, Cate Blanchett and French actress Adele Exarchopoulos for top acting honors in the latest of a series of early awards leading up to Hollywood's biggest prize, the Oscars.

'Star Wars: Episode 7' Director J.J. Abrams Honored at the International Emmy Awards

United Kingdom won three International Emmy Awards on Monday, including one for Sean Bean as best actor, and producer-director J.J. Abrams received a special honor for his work on television series and films such as Lost, Star Trek and the upcoming Star Wars chapter.

Lady Gaga 'ARTPOP:' Singer Wears "World's First Flying Dress" at the Launch

On the eve of her fourth studio album's release, pop diva Lady Gaga lived up to her reputation for doing things on a grand scale on Sunday as she donned what she called the world's first flying dress.

Best-Selling Author James Patterson Talks About His Success and His Latest Book, Mistress

The best-selling author, James Patterson, talks about his success and his thriller, 'Mistress.'

'Kinky Boots' Wins Six Tony Awards Including Best Musical

"Kinky Boots" won six Tony awards on Sunday including the top award of best musical and a prize for its composer, pop queen Cyndi Lauper, as Broadway presented its top honors.

Baz Luhrmann Takes On Challenging Classic With 'The Great Gatsby'

It is hailed as "the great American novel," but so far "The Great Gatsby" has defied attempts by some of Hollywood's top filmmakers to bring its lyrically romantic story and tragic characters to cinematic life.

Tony Awards 2013 Nominations: Musical 'Kinky Boots' Leads With 13

The musical "Kinky Boots," with the score by pop star Cyndi Lauper, on Tuesday earned 13 nominations for the Tony Awards, leading the field for Broadway's highest honor and closely followed by British import "Matilda," which received 12.

TV Journalist Anderson Cooper Honored By Gay Media Watchdog

Pop star Madonna on Saturday presented CNN anchorman Anderson Cooper with a gay media watchdog's top honors in recognition of his stature and accomplishment as an openly gay journalist.

Liza Minnelli, Alan Cumming Turn Friendship Into Hit Show

By merely striding onto a stage, Liza Minnelli transformed a Manhattan concert hall into a cabaret on Wednesday, as the legendary entertainer teamed up with Broadway veteran Alan Cumming for the first night of a two-night gig reprising a show the pair put on last summer at a Fire Island nightclub.

'Amour' Takes U.S. Film Critics' Top Prize as Best Film

"Amour," European director Michael Haneke's sensitive depiction of an aging couple's battle with declining health, was named the year's best film by the National Society of Film Critics on Saturday, with star Emmanuelle Riva winning best actress and Haneke taking the prize for best director.

International Emmys Honor Lear, Alda, South American Shows

Television legend Norman Lear and veteran actor Alan Alda received special honors at the International Emmy Awards on Monday, while programming from South America dominated the competition, with Argentina and Brazil each winning two Emmys.

'Hitchcock' Trains Lens on the Love Story of Alfred and Alma

She won Oscar gold for her uncanny performance as Britain's Queen Elizabeth, but Helen Mirren's latest portrayal finds her as the power behind the throne -- or, more precisely, the director's chair.

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