Former Formula 1 star linked to NASCAR seat in 2025 ‘bold prediction’

Originally, Ricciardo departed Red Bull following the 2018 season to sign with Renault. However, his tenure there spanned only two unimpressive seasons before he shifted to McLaren. Contrary to his claims in 2022 that he would return to McLaren in 2023, he was let go a year ahead of schedule. This placed him in a precarious position, potentially barring him from competing at the highest level of motorsport again.

Column: There’s never been a TV detective quite like ‘Vera’

Let’s toast, whether it’s a drink or a sandwich, in heartfelt goodbye. On Wednesday, American viewers will have to bid adieu to Vera Stanhope, the Detective Chief Inspector of Northumberland Police Department, a character who stands out as exceptional amidst the array of peculiar police detectives that British television offers annually.

Versatile and self-aware, Betty Gilpin moves with ease onscreen and onstage

For seven months, she worked in New Mexico to create “American Primeval,” a gruesome western set against the dangerous Utah Territory of 1857. Filming took place under harsh conditions, frequently at night, and with unpredictable co-stars – horses. As the shoot was nearing its end, Hollywood experienced a strike in mid-2023, putting “American Primeval” on hold for months. When production resumed early in 2024, Gilpin found herself six months pregnant with her second child and unable to ride a real horse. In response, the producers provided her with a robotic horse instead.

Review: In ‘The Last Showgirl,’ heavy is the head that wears the feathered crown

Currently, filmmaker Gia Coppola has crafted a dreamy character study centered around actress Greta Gerwig (referred to as Anderson in the original text) and her captivating smile that could light up a room. In “The Last Showgirl,” this is Anderson’s first solo lead role in a movie since 1996’s “Barb Wire.” Here, she portrays Shelly, a seasoned Las Vegas dancer accustomed to embodying a sex symbol. This film fits into the recent trend of productions that subtly explore how popular culture has reshaped the image of female icons. Similar examples include “The Substance,” which gained recognition in awards circles due to Demi Moore’s resilience. However, unlike gritty showbiz exposés, this film is more about creating a delicate portrait of a woman who, like Anderson herself, moves gracefully through life with an ethereal presence, reminiscent of a marabou feather. It’s less about telling a story and more about capturing a certain atmosphere or vibe.

Review: Duck and cover, here comes Mike Leigh’s punishing ‘Hard Truths’

In the film, Jean-Baptiste, who was previously nominated for an Oscar in “Secrets & Lies” under the same director, delivers a fiery performance that blazes on screen like a flamethrower. This firestorm begins at the dinner table with a memorable line – “I can’t stand cheerful, grinning people!” – and proceeds to incinerate everything in sight, from dogs wearing sweaters to baby clothes adorned with pockets. Her scathing criticism is laugh-out-loud funny, if not for those around her. Pansy’s husband, Curtley (David Webber), a plumber, and their 22-year-old son, Moses (Tuwaine Barrett), who seems oppressed and idle, sit in silence, fearing they might provoke her wrath. Pansy’s miserly nature makes one momentarily question if she’ll be haunted by three spirits. However, it soon becomes clear that Webber and Barrett are portraying their characters as if they were already living with two ghosts.

Oscar nominations delayed due to LA wildfires

The organization known as the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has revealed a change in schedule: instead of announcing nominations on January 17 (a Friday), they will do so on January 19 (a Sunday). Additionally, they’ve decided to prolong the voting period for the Oscars.

How the LA Fires Are Impacting Hollywood

In the area, the Palisades fire – the largest among several currently burning – ignited on Tuesday under a combination of circumstances such as strong winds, causing widespread destruction in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood known for its star residents. On Wednesday evening, another significant blaze, dubbed the Sunset fire, started near Runyon Canyon in Los Angeles County. This fire poses a threat to iconic landmarks like the Hollywood Bowl, the Walk of Fame, and the Dolby and TCL Chinese theaters. As of Wednesday night, the Sunset fire has spread over 43 acres without any containment, as reported by CAL FIRE.