Jiri Menzel Dies: Oscar-Winning ‘Closely Watched Trains’ Czech Director Was 82

Strictly Come Dancing stars Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice took to social media to mark a special achievement as they wrap up the last few days of the Strictly tour. The dancing duo picked up the Timeline Moment of the Year gong at Thursday night's Broadcast Awards, in honour of their stunning performance to Clean Bandit and Zara Larsson's single To Symphony on Strictly's latest series.The nationwide Strictly tour meant that neither Rose or Giovanni could attend the event, but both took to Instagram on Friday to react, reports the Express.In view of his 799,000 followers, the pro dancer Giovanni wrote: "Another incredible achievement for us @rose.a.e and our amazing @bbcstrictly family!!"We love you."Meanwhile, Rose expressed her gratitude on her Instagram Story."Thank you!!!" she penned."This is so exciting."The former EastEnders actress took home the Glitterball Trophy back in December after beating Bake Off star John Whaite in December's exciting final.And by January 20, Giovanni and Rose were reunited when the Strictly tour commenced with its first set of shows at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham.At the time, the pair were snapped enjoying each other's company as they made their way out of the venue together.Giovanni kept his hand over Rose's shoulder while conversing with onlookers before exiting the building, while the TV star seemed in good spirits with a beaming smile on her face.Given their sizzling chemistry on Strictly, many fans assumed that the dancing duo were romantically involved with one another.But Rose is very much still in a relationship with her longtime boyfriend, Samuel Arnold, who she has been with for seven years.

Lea Michele was a vision in white as she stepped out to attend the Herve Leger fall '22 fashion show on Friday.The actress, 35, looked gorgeous in a sleeveless turtleneck midi-length dress and matching heels.Also seen out and about were Tayshia Adams, Joy Corrigan, and Melissa Gorga, who attended the Bronx and Banco presentation. Angelic: Lea Michele was a vision in white as she stepped out to attend the Herve Leger fall '22 fashion show on FridayThe Glee alum's outfit boasted a sheer bodice with panels covering the bosom.The mother-of-one topped it with a light shirt jacket that she wore off the shoulders.

Supermodel Bella Hadid looked absolutely incredible in a black figure-hugging turtleneck as she walked the runway for Proenza Schouler during New York Fashion Week on Friday afternoon.As she strutted her stuff in a pair of oversized grey trousers, the 25-year-old catwalk queen rocked a beautiful gold brooch and fringe handbag on her shoulderan art gallery in Manhattan's trendy East Village.The Kin co-founder, who opened up about her decision to go sober in mid-2021 to the world last month,sported a natural makeup look, consisting of a light brown eyeshadow, nude lipstick and light mascara. Turning heads: Bella Hadid looked absolutely incredible in a black long-sleeve turtleneck with a hood over her chestnut locks as she walked the runway for Proenza Schouler during New York Fashion Week on Friday afternoonWith her hair concealed under her blouse's hood, all eyes were onHadidsignature sculpted cheekbones and face, which earned her the title as the most beautiful woman in the world – according to the Golden Ratio of Beauty in 2019.

Karlie Kloss put her catwalk skills on display as she stepped out in New York City on Friday night.The supermodel made herway down the street in a gorgeous black dress that hugged her statuesque figure.With a chill in the brisk winter air, the Illinois native matched the stylish number with a gorgeous black overcoat that she draped over her shoulders. Catwalk queen: Karlie Kloss put her catwalk skills on display as she stepped out in New York City on Friday nightThe 29-year-old pounded the pavement in a pair of classic black heels and the boning on her dress highlighted her enviably trim midsection.

Kingsley Ben-Adir is stepping into his newest role as Reggae legend Bob Marley.The 35-year-old will be cast to play the iconic musician, according to Deadline.The British actor has portrayed a number of legendary figures, including President Barack Obama on Showtime's The Comedy Rule and Malcom X in One Night in Miami. New role:Kingsley Ben-Adir is stepping into his newest role as Reggae legend Bob MarleyThe movie will reportedly be directed byReinaldo Marcus Green, who made is directorial debut in the 2021 film King Richard.

Zendaya is set to star in an upcoming tennis-themed feature Challengers and her part will come with a big payday.The 25-year-old actress will reportedly earn 'over $10 million'' for the film, which also starsWest Side Story actor Mike Faist and The Crown star Josh O'Connor, according to Puck, via The Hollywood Reporter.Challengers will follow a tennis pro named Tashi, played by Zendaya, who convinces her Grand Slam-champion husband Art, played by Faist, who is on a losing streak to play in a lower level 'Challenger' event. Making money:Zendaya is set to star in an upcoming tennis-themed movie titled Challengers and her part will come with a big payday (pictured 2021)However, when the couple arrives at the tournament, Art stands across the net from Tashi's ex Patrick, played by Josh O'Connor.

Denise Richards has shared that herrelationshipwith her oldest daughter Sami, whom she shares with ex-husbandCharlie Sheenis 'strained.'The actress, 50,appeared on SiriusXM's Jeff Lewis Live on Friday and revealed that things have been 'difficult' since the 17-year-old moved in with her father, 56, and dropped out of school.Richards, who also shares daughter Lola, 16, with Sheen, said, 'Honestly, I have a strained relationship with her. It's very difficult.

Frances Bean Cobain, daughter of rock icons Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love, is dating Riley Hawk, the son of famed skateboarder Tony Hawk.The romance has sparked comments from fans who seem to like the idea that the offspring of two of the biggest 1990s icons have united as a couple.At this point, it's unclear when the pair began their relationship, but Cobain confirmed the coupling in an Instagram post at the beginning of the 2022 new year. Coupling: Frances Bean Cobain, 29, confirmed she's dating Riley Hawk, 29, in Instagram postAfter taking a year-long break from the social media platform, Cobain, 29, shared a series of snaps that she accumulated over the course of 2021.Two of the images feature Riley, one of which shows him sitting in front of a Christmas tree flashing a beaming smile while holding a small dog.

Cindy Crawford dressed to impress as she went out for dinner with her husband Rande Gerber on Thursday.The supermodel, 55, donned a tan motorcycle jacket over a low-cut white tank top andfinished off the ensemble with a pair of blue jeans.Her brown locks touched the tops of her shoulders as she made her way into Lucky's Restaurant. Date night: Cindy Crawford dressed to impress as she went out for dinner with her husband Rande Gerber on ThursdayShe slipped her feet into a pair of brown sandals that showed off her pedicure.Crawford's better half wore a green jacket over a black polo shirt, blue jeans and a black belt.

Dino-Ray Ramos Associate Editor/ReporterWith a jaw-dropping 26 Emmy nominations, HBO’s Watchmen is certainly a juggernaut when it comes to the Creative Arts Emmys and Sunday’s Prime Time Emmys ceremony.

Dino-Ray Ramos editorEXCLUSIVE: A new paramedic is joining the team at Firehouse 51. Actress Adriyan Rae (Light as a Feather, Vagrant Queen) is set to join NBC’s Chicago Fire as a series regular for the forthcoming ninth season.Rae will step into the role of Gianna Pierce in the procedural.

Dino-Ray Ramos Associate Editor/Reporter4TH UPDATE, 7:55 AM: The A-list table read for Dane Cook Presents Feelin’ A-Live, a virtual table read of Fast Times at Ridgemont High, will now stream Thursday at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m.

Dade Hayes, Dino-Ray Ramos TikTok has found a new home. Oracle Corporation has won the bidding war for the popular meme-making, video-sharing app TikTok.

Dino-Ray Ramos Associate Editor/ReporterOnce again, Big Brother finished first Wednesday night in the primetime ratings, delivering a 1.0 in the adults 18-49 demographic and 3.94 million viewers. The numbers held steady with last week and was enough to top the night in the demo.

Dino-Ray Ramos editorEXCLUSIVE: Emmy-nominated actress Lucy Liu has signed on to star in the upcoming dramatic feature Rosemead directed by Eric Lin. Marilyn Fu (The Honor List, The Sisterhood of Night, Amazon Studios’s upcoming adaptation of 500 Words or Less) wrote the screenplay based on the award-winning Los Angeles Times article “A Dying Mother’s Plan” written by Frank Shyong.Based on a true story that took place in the San Gabriel Valley, the film follows an immigrant mother (Liu) with terminal cancer who takes desperate measures to help her unstable teenage son as she uncovers his growing obsession with mass shootings.

Dino-Ray Ramos, Amanda N'Duka The late ’90s and early ’00s was a very specific era of cinema where romantic comedies and slasher films that were populated with bright-eyed and super-cool “teen” stars of the TRL ilk that would later become some of the most notable names in film and TV. In particular, 1999 gave us a movie by the name of She’s All That which was a breakthrough movie for Rachael Leigh Cook.The actress played Laney Boggs, an individualistic artsy student that catches the eye of the dreamiest and most popular guy in high school appropriately portrayed by Freddie Prinze Jr.

Jiri Menzel, the Czech director who won the foreign-language film Oscar for 1966's Closely Watched Trains, has died. He was 82.

Czech film director Jiri Menzel, whose 1966 movie Closely Watched Trains won the Academy Award for best foreign language film, has died aged 82.

Will Tizard ContributorOscar-winning Czech director, writer and actor Jiri Menzel died Saturday following a long illness.Menzel’s death was confirmed by his wife, Olga, who posted the news on Instagram and Facebook late Sunday. Menzel was 82.Winner of the Academy Award for best foreign-language film for the 1966 bittersweet Nazi occupation story “Closely Watched Trains,” Menzel was a leading figure of the Czech New Wave along with boundary-breaking directors such as Milos Forman and Vera ChytilovaAlso nominated for a foreign-language Oscar in 1986 for the dark comedy “My Sweet Little Village,” Menzel was celebrated for his ironic takes on life, satires of authority figures and classic Czech character studies.

Dino-Ray Ramos Associate Editor/ReporterEXCLUSIVE: Andria Wilson will step down from her post as Executive Director of Inside Out Toronto LGBT Film Festival. She will exit after the 30th anniversary edition of the fest which runs October 1-11.Wilson stepped into the role as Executive Director of Inside Out in 2016.

Dino-Ray Ramos editorCBS led Wednesday’s primetime ratings with Big Brother, which delivered a 1.0 in the adults 18-49 demographic and 4.07 million viewers. Although the reality competition dipped in the demo and in audience numbers compared with its previous Wednesday airing, it still dominated the night by a wide margin.The network, which also wrapped up Tough As Nails (0.4, 3.04M) with its two-hour season finale taking a one-tenth hit from last week, won the night overall in the demo and viewers.Lasst night’s America’s Got Talent (0.6, 5.35M) results show held steady at NBC, which also gave audiences repeats of Ellen’s Game of Games and Chicago Med.