Former Turner Executive Alexis Booth Joins Kapital Entertainment As Head Of Casting

Although trans rights are now the subject of a simmering culture war in America and the U.K., that conflict is largely predicated on the increasing visibility of trans women at a time where self-ID is controversially becoming the norm. Stories of trans men, however, tend to go under the radar, and this remarkable New York-set debut from Chilean-Serbian director Vuk Lungulov-Klotz goes some way to redressing that imbalance. Featuring a pitch-perfect performance from Puerto Rican/Greek actor Lío Mehiel, so far mostly known for the Apple show WeCrashed and a number of shorts, U.S. Dramatic Competition entry Mutt feels like an important but — for reasons about to be explained — perhaps interstitial film in the history of LGBTQ+ cinema, being fully cognizant of the fact that it is set and was made in a between-time that reflects the lead character’s existential sense of limbo.

USC’s 140th commencement ceremony will have a familiar face as its keynote: Kevin Feige, producer and president of Marvel Studios. A 1995 USC graduate of the USC School of Cinematic Arts and frequent on-campus speaker, Feige will give the keynote address at the ceremony on May 12.

Adam Scott went on the Boy Meets World rewatch podcast, “Pod Meets World,” on Sunday to air a longstanding grievance.

Kristin Cavallari knows how to have fun on vacation.The 36-year-old Uncommon James founder shared multiple photos from her fun-filled Mexican vacation where she attended friend Steph Biegel's beachy wedding. The reality star showed off her toned abs while she partied with friends saying the weekend was 'one for the books.' Her BFF got married in Mexico: Kristin Cavallari, 36, shared a few images from her pal Steph Biegel's wedding on WednesdayShe began her photo carousel with a photo of herself wearing a low-cut white gown amid a tropical scenic backdrop of blue skies, a palm tree, and the Caribbean sea.  Kristin styled her signature blonde locks in bouncy waves as she posed with one hand on her hip and the other rested against a large wooden pillar.The Laguna Beach star also shared a snap in a tiny black bikini posing in front of a mirror in her hotel room. She completed the look with a tan hat.   When in Mexico: Cavallari is not shy when it comes to showing off her body on InstagramKristin also celebrated her friend, who appeared with her in the reality series Very Cavallari, with a separate post of the two of them together.

Scarlett Johansson and her costar Woody Harrelson were seen looking comically out of time while working on the set of their upcoming film Project Artemis on Wednesday.The 38-year-old Marriage Story actress and the 61-year-old Natural Born Killers star were spotted in 1960s style period costumes on the set of the Apple TV+ film in Atlanta, even as they climbed into separate Tesla car between shooting.Almost no details have been released about the film, which is only known to be set around the space race.Scarlett looked classically chic in a navy blue dress with a V-shaped collar that emphasized her trim figure.  Leading lady: Scarlett Johansson, 38, looked stylish in a navy blue 1960s-styled dress and golden blond hair on the set of Project Artemis. She was seen Wednesday in Atlanta with costar Woody HarrelsonThe look reached down to her knees and had slightly shortened sleeves.She wore her hair in a short but voluminous golden blond look, though it wasn't clear if it was her natural hair or a wig.  Scarlett completed her old-school look with modest gold hoop earrings and a gold bracelet.She was spotted getting into the back seat of a Tesla Model X SUV, which featured the model's distinctive and divisive butterfly doors.

The Real Housewives of New Jersey stars are giving a sneak peek at their smoldering confessional looks ahead of season 13 of their hit series, which returns to Bravo next month. Ahead of the imminent return of their reality series, Bravo's official Instagram shared a first look of the cast's outfits, which they wear while sitting in a chair as producers ask questions about moments throughout the season.In one image, Teresa Giudice can be seen beaming as she rocked a plunging yellow dress with racy cutouts under her bust in front of blue checkered drapes.  Sexy as ever: The Real Housewives of New Jersey stars are giving a sneak peek at their confessional looks ahead of season 13 of their hit series, which returns to Bravo next monthHer waist-length locks were styled in loose curls, which cascaded down her right shoulder.  She opted not to wear any jewelry, apart from a pair of dangly drop earrings, and a few gold bangles on her wrist. The mother-of-four wore white nail polish, a glossy nude lipstick, dramatic false eyelashes and bronzer for a sun-kissed glow.  Red hot! Giudice's sister-in-law, Melissa Gorga, cut a sultry figure in a bright red blazer over a lacy black bra Feminine: Margaret Josephs wore her platinum blonde hair in a high ponytail and opted for a glamorous makeup look, consisting of a glossy nude lipstick and plenty of mascara Giudice's sister-in-law, Melissa Gorga, cut a sultry figure in a bright red blazer over a lacy black bra. She completed her chic ensemble with a Chanel necklace, black pants, a maroon lipstick and classic smokey eyeshadow.Her glossy brunette tresses were perfectly straightened for the occasion as she prepared to look back on the latest drama with her castmates.    Sweet: Danielle

Pamela Anderson sensationally claims Sylvester Stallone offered her a 'condo and a Porsche to be his number one girl ' in searing scenes from her documentary, Pamela, a Love Story.The Baywatch star, 55, whose tell-all documentary will drop on Netflix on January 31, says she spurned the Rocky icon, 76, as she was looking for real love - but Stallone has branded the claims 'false and fabricated.'The New York Post reports Pamela says in the film: 'He offered me a condo and a Porsche to be his No. 1 girl. Oh my! Pamela Anderson sensationally claims Sylvester Stallone offered her a 'condo and a Porsche to be his number one girl ' in searing scenes from her documentary, Pamela, a Love Story (pictured 2007)'And I was like, "Does that mean there’s No.

Aubrey Plaza's hosting stint on this week's Saturday Night Live garnered the NBC show its highest ratings of the season in the key demographic of people 18-49.The January 21 edition hosted by the 38-year-old actress, who hosted with Sam Smith, 30, as musical guest, garnered a 0.98 rating, marking the show's most-viewed episode of the season in the key demo, Deadline reported.The episode hosted by the actress - who has garnered breakout buzz for her work on season two of HBO's The White Lotus - racked up 4.8M total viewers, according to Nielsen. The latest: Aubrey Plaza's hosting stint on this week's Saturday Night Live garnered the NBC show its highest ratings of the season in the key demographic of people 18-49The episode marked the comedy's second-highest rated episode of its 48th season, behind the December 10 episode hosted by Steve Martin and Martin Short, which drew 5.1 million viewers.This past week's episode also reflected a 30 percent spike in the demo and 13 percent increase from the show's average in the fourth quarter timeframe.

Kristen Bell appeared on Instagram on Wednesday to share a new health routine she's trying out.The 42-year-old Veronica Mars alum — who's married to Dax Shepard — donned a floral bikini as she did an early morning cold plunge in her pool.The seasoned actress wrote to her followers: 'Experimenting on myself to find the benefits of cold plunging!'  Self-care: Kristen Bell appeared on Instagram on Wednesday to share a new health routine she's trying out The note continued, 'Studies have shown that cold plunging can increases dopamine concentrations by 250 percent. Gimme that “feel good” hormone baby!'The mental health awareness advocated added, 'It’s also said to not only improve your mental state at the moment, but also helps with mental acuity and alertness throughout the day.

White Lotus star Beatrice Granno stunned at Paris Fashion Week on Wednesday when she attended the Valentino Haute Couture show in a chic ensemble of red and beige.The 29-year-old actress – who recently shot to fame playing a seductive songstress on the acclaimed HBO hit – wore an oversized jacket and matching tights patterned with Valentino's iconography. This is the second major fashion moment in one week for Granno, as she recently rocked flirty pink lingerie for a SKIMS ad alongside her White Lotus co-star Simona Tabasco, 28. Couture queen: Beatrice Granno, 29, stunned at Paris Fashion Week on Wednesday when she attended the Valentino Haute Couture show in a chic ensemble of red and beigeOutfitted in Valentino from head to tow, Beatrice posed with confidence when she arrived at the A-list event.

Pregnant Carey Mulligan and her musician husband Marcus Mumford were spotted indulging in a California beach day this week.Defying the wintertime chill, the English couple took in a bit of sea air and sunshine at Manhattan Beach while preparing for the arrival of their third child.Carey, 37, concealed her figure in a flowing pair of navy overalls as she enjoyed a barefoot stroll across the sand. Out and about: Pregnant Carey Mulligan and her musician husband Marcus Mumford were spotted indulging in a California beach day this weekWearing her blonde hair in a stylish bob, she warded off the California rays with a pair of dark sunglasses and a fashionably faded baseball cap.She lent the casual ensemble a dash of glitz by clasping on a gold necklace that dangled over her simple white t-shirt.

Just one day after her critically-acclaimed film Till was snubbed from the Oscar nominations, director Chinonye Chukwu is speaking out.The 37-year-old filmmaker directed and co-wrote Till, which is set in the aftermath of the 1955 lynching of Emmett Till as his mother Mamie (Danielle Deadwyler) seeks justice.While the film has earned rave reviews with a 98% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film failed to earn any Oscar nominations when they were announced on Tuesday. Speaking out: Just one day after her critically-acclaimed film Till was snubbed from the Oscar nominations , director Chinonye Chukwu is speaking out Mother: The 37-year-old filmmaker directed and co-wrote Till, which is set in the aftermath of the 1955 lynching of Emmett Till as his mother Mamie (Danielle Deadwyler) seeks justice Chukwu shared a snap of her posing with Civil Rights activist Myrlie Evers-Williams at the October 2022 premiere of Till, with a heartfelt caption.'We live in a world and work in industries that are so aggressively committed to upholding whiteness and perpetuating an unabashed misogyny towards Black women,' Chukwu began.

Lady Gaga thanked the Academy for nominating her song Hold My Hand from the film Top Gun: Maverick for Best Original Song on Wednesday.This marks the first time any artist has been nominated in the Best Original Song category three times. Gaga, 36, won the Oscar in the same category for her 2019 hit Shallow from A Star Is Born.'Thank you so much to the Academy for nominating my song 'Hold My Hand' for an Oscar this year,' wrote Gaga. Grateful: Lady Gaga took to Instagram on Wednesday to thank the Academy for nominating Hold My Hand for Best Original Song.

Gerard Pique took the latest swipe in his turbulent split from Shakira on Wednesday as he went Instagram official with girlfriend Clara Chia.The footballer, 35, who split from the singer, 45, in June 2022 after a 12 year romance and amid cheating allegations, cozied up to his new love, 23,  in a happy selfie - which quickly racked up one million likes.The decision to take their romance to his social media comes after Shakira took a swipe at Clara in her new diss track which has since topped Spotify's Global Charts.

Diddy treated his girlfriend Yung Miami to an afternoon out on the water on a $12 million superyacht in Miami, Florida on Wednesday.The couple - who made their relationship 'Instagram official' earlier this month - kept close to one another while being transported to the anchored vessel in a yacht tender.The musician, 53, and the City Girls rapper, 28, were later seen soaking up the sun on gray cushioned loungers at the bow of the luxury boat. Lavish afternoon: Diddy treated his girlfriend Yung Miami to an afternoon out on the water on a superyacht in Miami, Florida on Wednesday En route: The couple - who made their relationship 'Instagram official' earlier this month - kept close to one another while being transported to the anchored vessel in a yacht tenderYung Miami looked every bit the busty bombshell while rocking a plunging LBD.

Austin Butler is crediting ex-girlfriend Vanessa Hudgens for manifesting his career-defining Elvis Presley portrayal... before Baz Luhrmann's biopic was even announced.The actor, 31 - who is up for an Oscar and won a Golden Globe for playing 'The King' - originally told THR it was a 'friend' who had encouraged him to pursue the role.Butler received backlash for seemingly downplaying his nearly nine-year relationship with Hudgens.But now, in a new interview with the LA Times, he confirmed that the 'friend' was in fact the actress/singer, 34.

Just months after Grey's Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo revealed she's leaving the show as a series regular, another shake-up has happened on ABC's long-running medical drama, with showrunner Krista Vernoff leaving the show.Vernoff, 51, who had started as a staff writer on the series when it debuted in 2005, worked her way up to head writer and showrunner of the series.She was brought back in 2017 to serve as showrunner on both Grey's Anatomy and the spin-off Station 19, but now she's leaving both shows, via Deadline.  Shake-up: Just months after Grey's Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo revealed she's leaving the show as a series regular, another shake-up has happened on ABC's long-running medical drama, with showrunner Krista Vernoff leaving the show Dual showrunner: She was brought back in 2017 to serve as showrunner on both Grey's Anatomy and the spin-off Station 19, but now she's leaving both shows, via Deadline 'It has been the privilege of a lifetime to be entrusted to run Grey’s Anatomy for the past six years and Station 19 for the last four,' Vernoff said in a statement.'The passion of the dedicated fandoms and the impact that these shows have on hearts and minds cannot be overstated,' she added.  'The amount of talent in these two extraordinary casts and these two brilliant writers rooms is beyond measure — and these crews work magic week after week,' she concluded.

Selling Sunset's Brett Oppenheim was spotted picking up some dry cleaning in the company of a mystery brunette on Wednesday.The real estate broker, 45 — who was recently seen linking arms with a statuesque beauty while enjoying a night out in West Hollywood — carried his clean designer Balenciaga t-shirts in hand, while his stunning female companion walked close by.Brett, who stars in Netflix hit series Selling Sunset alongside his twin brother Jason, 45, looked effortlessly cool in a white tee and khaki pants. Errand run with a mystery lady: Selling Sunset's Brett Oppenheim was spotted picking up some dry cleaning in the company of a mystery brunette on WednesdayBrett paired the relaxed outfit with black and white sneakers, and sported a light scruff on his face.  Meanwhile the brunette rocked a one-shoulder black top and high-rise light blue jeans, which she paired with white sneakers.Her chocolate tresses were parted in the middle and styled straight for the day, and she carried a white bag slung over her arm.  Casual cool: The real estate broker, 45, carried his clean designer Balenciaga t-shirts in hand, while his stunning female companion walked close by The week prior Brett was spotted out with a mystery woman on his arm after enjoying a night together at the Fleur Room Lounge in West Hollywood.The leggy woman towered over Brett wearing the luminous pink number which featured a plunging neckline.The real estate broker has had a few public relationships in recent years, but has previously shown he is an amicable ex.

Lizzo flaunted her figure while wearing a bra and underwear in her latest Instagram video on Wednesday.The 2 Be Loved singer, 34, who was just announced as a performer at the 2023 Grammy Awards, modeled a thong and hi-waisted undies from her size-inclusive shapewear brand Yitty.She rotated her body in front of the camera to show off different angles of the underwear while It's Oh So Quiet by Bjork played over her. Bootylicious: Lizzo flaunted her figure while wearing a bra and underwear in her latest Instagram video She captioned the video: 'PANTY CAM IS BACK AND SO IS OUR NEARLY NAKED THONG & HI-WAISTED UNDIES see ya at @yitty.'The beauty paired the bottoms with a brown bandeau and kept her face mostly out of the video and instead got up close to the camera to show off her body.