Ben Kingsley on the cost of his Gandhi role
Sir Ben Kingsley reveals he changed his birth name to land acting roles, a decision with profound irony given his Oscar-winning portrayal of Mahatma Gandhi. Discover his journey.
Sir Ben Kingsley reveals he changed his birth name to land acting roles, a decision with profound irony given his Oscar-winning portrayal of Mahatma Gandhi. Discover his journey.
The Academy Awards will introduce a new Oscar for achievement in casting for the 98th ceremony in 2026, hosted by Conan O'Brien. Discover the full list of potential contenders.
Tom Cruise was in high spirits, dancing with Debbie Allen at a Los Angeles event, just before both received prestigious Academy Honorary Awards. Discover the emotional speech and the details.
Acclaimed British acting legend Dame Helen Mirren is set to receive the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2025 Golden Globes, celebrating her extraordinary six-decade career.
Comedian and author Sara Pascoe triumphs at Women in Print Awards, taking home the Jilly Cooper prize for her bestselling novel 'Weirdo' in a celebration of female literary talent.
Exclusive: Jurassic Park star Laura Dern shares the shocking story of how her father, Bruce Dern, almost prevented her from working with Martin Scorsese on the film that earned her an Academy Award.
Academy Award-nominated actress and mother of Laura Dern, Diane Ladd, dies peacefully at 88, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy in film and television spanning seven decades.
Academy Award-nominated actress Diane Ladd, mother of Laura Dern, has died at age 88. Remembering her iconic roles in 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore' and 'Wild at Heart'.
Tinseltown's elite descended upon Los Angeles for the prestigious Academy Museum Gala, where Demi Moore, Penélope Cruz and Eva Longoria turned heads with their breathtaking fashion choices and A-list camaraderie.
Football legend Lionel Messi launches exclusive U16 Christmas tournament featuring Chelsea and Manchester City's brightest academy talents in competitive showcase.
Academy Award-winning filmmaker Sam Mendes receives distinguished fellowship recognition during special ceremony at historic Bryanston School in Dorset, celebrating his extraordinary contributions to cinema and theatre.
The Swedish Academy reveals the 2025 Nobel Literature laureate in a highly anticipated announcement from Stockholm, celebrating exceptional literary achievement and global impact.
Yorkshire author Colwill Brown wins prestigious BBC National Short Story Award 2025 for 'You Cannot Thread a Moving Needle,' celebrated for its authentic regional dialect and emotional depth.
A modest New York burger joint has stunned the culinary world by beating fierce competition to win the prestigious 'America's Best Burger' award. Discover the secret behind their winning creation.
A major new exhibition by celebrated artist Kerry James Marshall at London's Royal Academy challenges conventional narratives by exploring the complex and often overlooked history of Black enslavers in America.
In a toast to quirky science, the 2024 Ig Nobel Prize for Chemistry was awarded to an international team for their groundbreaking study that proves a moderate amount of alcohol can indeed improve self-perceived foreign language skills. Discover the hilari
Acclaimed author Sally Rooney declines prestigious Aky Arts Award, citing Israel's 'system of racial domination and segregation' against Palestinians. The move ignites fresh debate on cultural boycotts.
Palme d'Or winning director Justine Triet joins the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, marking a significant moment for French cinema and international recognition.
The Independent announces the prestigious Rupert Cornwell Award for 2025, offering a £5,000 bursary and a paid placement to an aspiring journalist, honouring the legacy of its esteemed foreign correspondent.
University of Connecticut superstar Paige Bueckers has officially been named the 2025 WNBA Rookie of the Year after a breathtaking debut season with the Minnesota Lynx, capping a remarkable comeback from injury.
Renowned Palestinian artist Samia Halaby speaks out after Yale University rescinds a major retrospective and the Munch Museum withdraws a prestigious award, igniting a fierce debate on censorship and political pressure in the art world.
Comedian and actor Seth Rogen delivered a stunning verdict on the Emmy Awards' relevance during a press event for his new series 'Platonic', calling the prestigious ceremony an inconsequential affair in a candid industry critique.
In a landmark moment for American journalism, MSNBC anchor Joy Reid has been awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary, becoming the first Black journalist to ever receive the honour.
In a moving moment at the 2025 Emmys, Colin Farrell's son James dedicates his father's win for 'The Penguin' to his late brother, revealing the profound family bond behind the DC villain's portrayal.
The Duke of Sussex appeared to reference his troubled relationship with the Royal Family while accepting a prestigious aviation award in Beverly Hills, praising 'freedom and perseverance'.
Warrington's Owen Cooper celebrates historic Emmy win with devoted parents, showcasing a remarkable journey from humble beginnings to international television acclaim.
Discover the touching tribute inscribed on the bottom of every Emmy statuette at the 2024 ceremony, honouring television's fallen stars in a moving industry tradition.
The Television Academy unveils dramatic changes for the 2025 Emmy Awards, including the controversial removal of 'The Studio' from competition and the surprising omission of 'Adolescence' from major categories, sparking industry debate.
Who's the Boss? star Judith Light, 76, turned heads with a dramatic new voluminous hairstyle at a New York City event for The Village, showcasing a bold and playful departure from her usual look.
In an astonishing turn of events, young British actor Owen Cooper has clinched an Emmy Award for his role in 'School of Adolescence', becoming one of the youngest winners in the prestigious award's history. Discover his incredible journey from a school pl