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YOUTUBE (CNN) - How ‘Thelma & Louise’ actor turned real-life heartbreak into comedy gold

Christopher McDonald discusses his memorable performance in Ridley Scott's classic film "Thelma & Louise" and explains how real-life heartbreak played a part in his casting. #ILoveYourWork #thelmaandlouise

YOUTUBE (CNN) - Matthew Rhys reveals the hilarious reality of filming messy murder scenes

"The Beast in Me" star Matthew Rhys reveals the hilarious behind-the-scenes struggles of trying to act "full psycho" while a special effects technician squirts fake blood on his face. Join CNN’s Elizabeth Wagmeister as she interviews Emmy-nominated celebrities on anything from their career-defining moments to news-making reflections. Stream episodes of Coming Up on the CNN app now: https://cnn.it/4gEl0Zu

YOUTUBE (CNN) - For Jessica Williams, an Emmy nod is much more than an award

"Shrinking" star Jessica Williams reflects on her journey in Hollywood, the challenges she's faced and why she finally feels seen by her peers. Join CNN’s Elizabeth Wagmeister as she interviews Emmy-nominated celebrities on anything from their career-defining moments to news-making reflections. Stream episodes of Coming Up on the CNN app now: cnn.com/comingup

YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - Tom Hiddleston: “Much Ado About Nothing” production is ‘genuinely funny’

Actor Tom Hiddleston joins Morning Joe with co-star Hayley Atwell and director Jamie Lloyd to discuss their upcoming Broadway production of Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing.” Hiddleston says the play, an energy-filled show, is “one of Shakespeare’s warmest, funniest and most deeply romantic comedies.”

YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell star in 'DEEPLY ROMANTIC' Shakespeare play on Broadway

Actors Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell are set to take the stage this fall on Broadway in Shakespeare’s classic comedy ‘Much Ado About Nothing.’ The production, directed by Tony Award winner Jamie Lloyd, reimagines the play as a modern dance party. The show’s actors and director join Morning Joe to discuss bringing the production from London’s West End to New York’s Broadway for a limited 10-week engagement.

YOUTUBE (CNN) - AI 'actor' Tilly Norwood wants an Oscar

Tilly Norwood has been billed the first AI "actor" in Hollywood which raises questions about what awards synthetic performers should be nominated for. In an exclusive chat with CNN's Elizabeth Wagmeister, Tilly Norwood responded to questions about winning an Oscar.

AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Rob Reiner wins posthumous Emmy for 'The Bear,' 48 years after his last acting trophy

Rob Reiner, the director and actor killed alongside his wife last December, has been awarded a posthumous Emmy for his guest turn on FX's "The Bear", a bittersweet honor that arrived amid his son's ongoing murder trial. The Television Academy gave Reiner the outstanding guest actor in a comedy series award at Emmy Awards Night […] The post Rob Reiner wins posthumous Emmy for 'The Bear,' 48 years after his last acting trophy appeared first on American Almanac .

Rob Reiner, the director and actor killed alongside his wife last December, has been awarded a posthumous Emmy for his guest turn on FX's "The Bear", a bittersweet honor that arrived amid his son's ongoing murder trial. The Television Academy gave Reiner the outstanding guest actor in a comedy series award at Emmy Awards Night 2 on Saturday, making it his first acting Emmy since 1978 and only the second posthumous Emmy for an on-camera performance in more than three decades. Wendi McLendon-Covey accepted the trophy on Reiner's behalf. The audience at the ceremony rose for a standing ovation that Variety reported lasted a full minute. Reiner was 78 when he and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were killed in December. Their son, Nick…Open

YOUTUBE (CNN) - Colman Domingo reacts to being a double Emmy nominee

Actor Colman Domingo reflects on his double Emmy nominations across both drama and comedy, sharing why the recognition from his peers never gets old. Stream the new interview series Coming Up now on the CNN app: cnn.com/comingup

YOUTUBE (CNN) - The powerful reason why this 'Diplomat' scene made everybody cry

Emmy Award-winning actress Allison Janney sits down with CNN to talk "The Diplomat," and what it means to play a female president. Stream the full interview in the new series, "Coming Up," now on the CNN app. #TheDiplomat #Emmys

AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - Werner Herzog's 'Bucking Fastard' draws standing ovation at Venice with Mara sisters, Orlando Bloom

Kate and Rooney Mara made their first on-screen pairing a memorable one, premiering Werner Herzog's new drama at the 2026 Venice Film Festival to a nearly seven-minute standing ovation. The sisters play fictional twins Jean and Joan Holbrooke in Bucking Fastard, characters who speak in unison throughout the film, a creative choice that drew an […] The post Werner Herzog's 'Bucking Fastard' draws standing ovation at Venice with Mara sisters, Orlando Bloom appeared first on American Almanac .

Kate and Rooney Mara made their first on-screen pairing a memorable one, premiering Werner Herzog's new drama at the 2026 Venice Film Festival to a nearly seven-minute standing ovation. The sisters play fictional twins Jean and Joan Holbrooke in Bucking Fastard, characters who speak in unison throughout the film, a creative choice that drew an extended ovation from the Venice crowd on September 3. Orlando Bloom co-stars as the love interest for both sisters in the drama, which Herzog wrote and directed. Domhnall Gleeson and Hugh O'Conor round out the cast. The film had its world premiere at the 83rd Venice Film Festival, one of the most prestigious showcases in global cinema. UPI reported the ovation lasted 6.5 minutes; the Associated…Open