Oscars 2022: How much is a golden statuette worth?

Jennifer Maas TV Business WriterCBS shareholders have reached a $14.75 million settlement in their securities lawsuit against the network for what it relayed about the sexual misconduct allegations against disgraced former chairman-CEO Leslie Moonves and how his #MeToo comments affected the company.In a filing obtained by Variety Monday, CBS shareholders wrote, “Lead Plaintiff and Defendants have negotiated, at arm’s length and with the assistance of an experienced and neutral mediator, a proposed settlement of all claims in this Action for $14,750,000 in cash. This resolution, which falls well within the range of possible approval, involved a thorough investigation, extensive motion practice, consultation with an expert on damages and loss causation, and a formal mediation involving rigorous and extensive negotiations.” Representatives for CBS declined to comment Tuesday.In January 2020, a federal judge in New York allowed the shareholder lawsuit against CBS Corp.

Back in the game? Colin Kaepernick’s NFL career may not be over yet. The former quarterback revealed that he wants to join the NFL again after more than 5 years of not playing, expressing that he wants to join a team no matter what the position.

Producer Jesse Collins’ eponymous Jesse Collins Entertainment has signed with United Talent Agency in all areas.

Travis Barker does not play around when it comes to his relationship with Kourtney Kardashian. The Blink-182 drummer took to the comments of his latest Instagram post Sunday to respond to a critic who mocked him and his fiancée for their public displays of affection — something the couple has started to become known for.«No Kardashian finger up the a**, tongue, intestines, nudity, pda, etc etc anymore?» the user wrote.

Pioneering hip hop artist Keith Grayson, who performed as DJ Kay Slay and worked with top stars, has died of complications from COVID-19. Grayson's death at age 55 on Sunday was confirmed by his family in a statement released through New York radio station HOT 97, where he hosted "The Drama Hour" for more than two decades.

Jessica Simpson has figured out how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. On Monday's episode of, co-host Jeannie Mai Jenkins asks the 41-year-old mom of three about her recent Instagram post of herself in a bikini.«I have gained and lost 100lbs 3x so I never thought this moment could or would happen, but I’m finally spring breakin’ wearin’ a BIKINI!!!!!!» Simpson captioned the selfie. «Hard work Determination Self Love.»When asked how she was able to lose 100 pounds for a third time, Simpson admits that it took three years.

continues its dominant run as the year’s highest grossing film — racking up a reported $750 million+ at the worldwide box office — the Warner Bros.-DC superhero flick has now made its streaming debut, too.Beginning today, the Robert Pattinson-led thriller is available to stream exclusively on HBO Max — or purchase in 4K on Amazon Prime Video for $30, too.Directed by Matt Reeves,  explores the origin story of Gotham City's notorious billionaire and caped anti-hero (played by Pattinson) as he attempts to solve the mystery behind a series of a strange murders — with clues from The Riddler (Paul Dano) at the center of the case.The film features an all-star cast that includes the likes of Zoë Kravitz as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Jeffrey Wright as Lieutenant James Gordon, Andy Serkis as Alfred, Colin Farrell as the Penguin and John Turturro as Carmine Falcone, among others.Whether you're looking to watch DC's moody superhero retelling or are simply eager to rewatch it from within the comforts of your own home theater, here’s everything you need to know about how and where to watch  — streaming online now.  DC’s dark superhero story will be available to stream on HBO Max or buy online beginning today, April 18.  HBO Max subscribers will be able to watch for free on the streamer. Basic HBO Max plans are available for $10/month or $100/year, and ad-free packages are available for $15/month or $150/year.HBO Max subscribers will also have access to dozens of other original films and TV shows — including critically acclaimed projects like, ,,, and more.

Wilmer Valderrama is sending his love to the new stars of the show that made him famous.Netflix is currently working on a That ‘70s Show revival, aptly titled That ‘90s Show. Since the original series was the reason for so many stars we know and love today, like Wilmer and his co-stars Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, fans can’t help but wonder if the show will feature some guest appearances from the orignal cast.Wilmer Valderrama calls Vanessa Lachey his ‘sister’ ahead of NCIS’ crossover eventWilmer Valderrama and Katrina Law confirm ‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ crossoverWilmer Valderrama to star in reimagined ‘Zorro’ series: ‘A dream come true’When asked about the revival, Valderrama told TVInsider that he’s excited for the new show, but he won’t be making an appearance any time soon.“I’m a little busy now,” he explained to the outlet.

Tom Ellis and Lucy Liu are set to star in a new show at Netflix!

Khloé Kardashian to try to make situations better and see the good in people. The reality tv personality knows that although Scott Disick isn’t in a relationship with her older sister Kourtney Kardashian, he is still part of the “family.” During the premiere episode of The Kardashians, Khloé talks with Scott about Kourtney’s relationship with Travis Barker and why he wasn’t invited to Kim Kardashian’s BBQ party.During the conversation, the businessman revealed that he is saddened to lose Kourtney as his girlfriend and as a “best friend,” but still doesn’t want to be left behind or forgotten by the Kardashians and Jenners.

Halle Berry is looking back at the special night at the 74th Academy Awards, when she received the Best Actress award for her performance in ‘Monster’s Ball,’ revealing she was not expecting to win after being nominated for the first time.“Back in those days, if you didn’t win the Globe, you really didn’t get the Academy Award,” The actress explained, “So I’d pretty much resigned myself to believing, ‘It’s great to be here, but I’m not going to win.’”Competing against Nicole Kidman for ‘Moulin Rouge,’ Judi Dench for ‘Iris,’ Sissy Spacek for ‘In the Bedroom,’ and Renée Zellweger for ‘Bridget Jones’s Diary,’ Halle was the seventh Black actress ever nominated in this category.Fast forward to one of the most memorable Academy Award moments and an emotional speech, the Hollywood star stated at the time, “It’s been 74 years,” referring to the fact that she was the first Black woman to win the award.Now, 20 years after the special moment, Halle has confessed she is in disbelief that she is still the only Black woman to win the Best Actress award, “It didn’t open the door,” she explained, “The fact that there’s no one standing next to me is heartbreaking.”During her speech Halle told the crowd, “It’s for every nameless, faceless woman of color that now has a chance because this door tonight has been opened.”Reflecting on the meaning behind the Awards the actress says today, “Awards are the icing on the cake — they’re your peers saying you were exceptionally excellent this year — but does that mean that if we don’t get the exceptionally excellent nod, that we were not great, and we’re not successful, and we’re not changing the world with our art, and our opportunities aren’t growing?”

made history in 2002 when she became the first black woman to win the Oscar for Best Actress.However, two decades on, no other African-American lady has scored the prize.The “X-Men” star, 55, looked back on the evening and admitted that she doesn’t think much progress has been made for actresses of color.“Back in those days, if you didn’t win the Globe, you really didn’t get the Academy Award,” Berry told the New York Times recently.She added, “So I’d pretty much resigned myself to believing, ‘It’s great to be here, but I’m not going to win.'”Sissy Spacek won the Golden Globe that year for her turn in the film “In the Bedroom.” Berry received the Academy Award in 2002 for the drama “Monster’s Ball,” a gripping tale of a grieving mother and widow.“It didn’t open the door,” Berry continued. “The fact that there’s no one standing next to me is heartbreaking.”The “Swordfish” star said, “We can’t always judge success or progress by how many awards we have.”“Awards are the icing on the cake — they’re your peers saying you were exceptionally excellent this year,” she told the outlet.

Zack Sharf Jack Nicholson wanted to stage a boycott against the 2003 Academy Awards due to the Iraq War, revealed Adrien Brody in a recent interview with the Sunday Times (via Yahoo). The United States’ invasion of Iraq began just days before the 2003 Oscars ceremony. According to Brody, Nicholson invited all of the 2003 best actor nominees over to his house to discuss how they should respond to the war.

Academy Museum Trustee and producer Miky Lee (Parasite), Academy Award-winning filmmaker Steve McQueen (12 Years a Slave) and Academy Award-winning actor Tilda Swinton (The French Dispatch) will be honored at the second annual Academy Museum Gala taking place on October 15, in celebration of the venue’s one-year anniversary, the Museum announced today.

Perfect pairs! As the stars turned out for the 2022 Critics’ Choice Awards, many celebrity couples chose to walk the red carpet in coordinating outfits.

The best of the best! While stars across the board brought their fashion A-game for the Critics’ Choice Awards on Sunday, March 13, there were a handful of actresses that swept Us off of our feet. 

Will Smith and Ariana DeBose took home big wins, for Best Actor (King Richard) and Best Supporting Actress (West Side Story) respectively. The two actors were also the only Black winners in any category for the evening.

Halle Berry has received a major honor at the 2022 Critics’ Choice Awards.

Halle Berry was honoured with the prestigious SeeHer award at this year’s Critics Choice Awards on Sunday, and she used the platform to deliver an inspiring and impassioned call for representation in Hollywood.

Halle Berry was honored with the prestigious SeeHer award at this year's Critics Choice Awards on Sunday, and she used the platform to deliver an inspiring and impassioned call for representation in Hollywood.After being presented the honor by Issa Rae, an excited Berry shared a behind-the-scenes story of how she came to star in her 2020 directorial debut, «The first time I read the script for… I realized the role wasn't written for someone who looked like me. So I went to the producers, and I asked, 'Why not me? Why can't it be a black woman?' They said, 'Why not?' Later on, they told me, 'Go find a director.' And finally, I summoned the courage to say, 'Why not me?' They said, 'Why not?'» she recalled. «Finally, when the film came out, I asked someone what he thought of the move.

It’s giving glam! The stars completely blew Us away at the 2022 Critics’ Choice Awards thanks to their amazing red carpet style. With gorgeous dressing, dazzling diamonds and stunning shoes, the Sunday, March 13, event served up some jaw-dropping looks.