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Express Tribune
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Simu Liu announces engagement to Allison Hsu following Paris proposal
Simu Liu has announced his engagement to longtime partner Allison Hsu, sharing the news via Instagram. The actor, best known for his lead role in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, revealed the romantic Paris proposal with a series of candid photographs featuring Hsu displaying her engagement ring. The 36-year-old Marvel star captioned one image, 'From weekends in Paris, day trips to Palm Springs, long nights on set, afternoons vegging on the couch and everything in between, I choose you forever and always.' In response, Hsu commented, 'I love you fiancé!!!!!!!!!!!!!!' Hsu also posted her own message alongside the announcement: 'Us forever.' The photos show the couple embracing with the Eiffel Tower in the background, adding a personal touch to the public reveal. Liu and Hsu, a marketing director, were first romantically linked in late 2022. Since then, Liu has spoken openly about their relationship, expressing his gratitude and happiness. Speaking to PEOPLE in August 2023, Liu said, 'She's absolutely changed my life, so I'm very, very grateful to have her.' In a later interview, he reflected on their connection, saying, 'It's this feeling of 'Oh, right, it does exist.'' The couple have been frequently seen together at public events, including the 96th Annual Academy Awards and the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. Liu's fans have followed their journey closely on social media. Currently filming the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, scheduled for release in 2026, Liu noted that despite his demanding schedule, he finds strength in their partnership. 'I feel challenged and loved and cared for, and I feel championed,' he said.
Forbes
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Billie Eilish Ties A Very Important Record — But Can She Go All The Way?
Billie Eilish's 'Birds of a Feather' rules the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart for a ... More thirty-seventh week, tying the second-longest reign in the ranking's history. HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 10: Billie Eilish attends the 96th Annual Academy Awards on March 10, 2024 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by) Billie Eilish's 'Birds of a Feather' has become one of the most successful rock and alternative singles in recent memory, at least in terms of how long it's held on inside the upper reaches of a number of charts. The Grammy-nominated smash has been holding court on a number of Billboard rankings for nearly a year, and while it's still a win, it has already solidified its place in history. This frame, the cut manages a very impressive feat once again, as Eilish extends a reign that's already pushed the title into rarefied territory. 'Birds of a Feather' is steady at No. 1 on the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart once more. That's a position it has rarely relinquished since it debuted. The track has now ruled the tally for 37 weeks. For context, it's only spent 48 total frames on the ranking. The tune has been one of the most consumed rock and alternative releases in the U.S. for months on end. Whether via streaming, sales, or airplay, 'Birds of a Feather' continues to perform like a brand new single, even though it's been charting for close to a year. 'Birds of a Feather' is now tied as the second-longest-running No. 1 in the history of the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart. It sits alongside 'Heat Waves' by Glass Animals, which also managed 37 weeks in the penthouse not long ago. That track went on to become a defining hit of its own era, and one that helped the group become breakout stars, if only for a time. At this point, 'Birds of a Feather' looks like it's ready to keep going, and there's a decent chance it might rule for several more weeks…but whether it can actually match the all-time record is a little harder to predict. Panic! At the Disco's 'High Hopes' is still the song to beat, with a staggering 65-week reign. That remains one of the longest runs at No. 1 on any Billboard chart. Eilish's current total only covers a bit more than half of that chart-topping span – still, she's closer than almost anyone else has ever gotten. This week, 'Birds of a Feather' isn't just ruling the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart, it's also leading two other Billboard tallies. The composition is in charge of both the Hot Alternative Songs and the Alternative Streaming Songs rankings again. Beyond those three No. 1s, the cut also remains inside the top 10 on six additional Billboard lists. The single is just a few weeks away from celebrating a full year on each of those rankings, and it will almost certainly reach that milestone with ease…and then keep on charting.
Forbes
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Oscars Rule Change: Members Must See All Nominees Before Voting
TOPSHOT - An Oscar statue is pictured at the red carpet of the 96th Annual Academy Awards at the ... More Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on March 9, 2024. The 96th Annual Academy Awards will be held on March 10. (Photo by PEDRO UGARTE / AFP) (Photo by PEDRO UGARTE/AFP via Getty Images) The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced new rules for the Oscars Monday, including one that requires members to prove they've seen all the nominees in the category they're voting on. Following the lead of rules for the voting membership of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Awards, aka the BAFTAs, AMPAS members must see all of the films in the category before casting their votes, according to The Hollywood Reporter. THR said in a report on Monday that the membership seeing all of the nominees 'has become more of a concern for the Academy in recent years since the organization massively expanded its membership and brought in a lot of younger members who are busier with their careers.' Prior to the rule change, THR reported, AMPAS allowed votes to be cast through an honor system. Now, however, members casting votes in particular categories must provide 'anecdotal evidence' before accessing votes in the Academy's e-ballot system. THR said the evidence that a member has viewed a nominee can be tracked by AMPAS by checking their use of the Academy's screening app. If the voting member sees the film at an awards screening or film festival, they will have to verify it by filling out a form to validate what they've seen and when. Diane Warren at the 97th Oscars held at the Dolby Theatre on March 02, 2025 in Hollywood, ... More California. (Photo by Earl Gibson III/Penske Media via Getty Images) In addition to viewing requirements, the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences also announced a significant change Monday to the way nominations for the Best Original Song category. Oscar ballots going forward will now list the composer of the song next to the name of the song, which hasn't been done in the past, THR reported. As such, the trade publication suggested, prolific composer Diane Warren — who has lost all 16 times she's been nominated for Best Original Song — might have received more support in the past had they known that she composed a nominated song. At current, the only individuals listed next to their nominated film on the ballot are actors, THR said. Other changes, according to the trade publication, include allowing filmmakers with refugee or asylum status to be considered for Best International Feature from the country they fled from instead of requiring residence in the country to submit their film. In addition, AMPAS is tackling the AI controversy that emerged last awards season following revelations that AI was used to aid certain audio aspects of The Brutalist and Emilia Pérez. Both films earned several Oscar nominations, including Best Picture. The Academy's Science and Technology Council addressed the concern over AI in a statement (via THR) that reads, 'With regard to Generative Artificial Intelligence and other digital tools used in the making of the film, the tools neither help nor harm the chances of achieving a nomination. The Academy and each branch will judge the achievement, taking into account the degree to which a human was at the heart of the creative authorship when choosing which movie to award.' Shortlist rules were also announced for the Best Cinematography and new Best Casting category on Monday, and the rules listing of nominated producers in the Best Picture category has been more refined, THR reported. Several key dates for the 98th Oscars were announced on Monday. The nominations will be unveiled on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, while the 98th Oscars ceremony will be held on Sunday, March 15.
USA Today
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
How to watch, stream eight-time Oscar-nominated drama Conclave on Peacock today
How to watch, stream eight-time Oscar-nominated drama Conclave on Peacock today — Recommendations are independently chosen by our editors. Purchases you make through the links below may earn us and our publishing partners a commission. Dramas, comedies, and biographies - oh my! The 96th Annual Academy Awards comes to Hollywood on Sunday, March 2. We can almost guarantee some political themes, as we've already seen at award shows this year, but we probably won't see another show-stopping slap. The only thing that is guaranteed at the Oscars is shine of the spotlight on Hollywood's best and brightest. The show will award 24 categories, but the focus is almost always on the 'Big Five.' The top award categories of the night are Best Motion Picture, Best Actor in a Leading Role, Best Actress in a Leading Role, Best Director, and Best Screenplay. Three of the Big Five awards went to Oppenheimer in 2024. PAST WINNERS: All 96 Oscar best picture winners ranked ahead of the 2025 Oscars Here's what you need to know about Best Motion Picture-nominated film Conclave ahead of the Academy Awards: How to watch the Oscar-nominated film Conclave Conclave is a period drama revolving around the Vatican. In particular, the film follows Cardinal Thomas Lawrence, played by Ralph Fiennes, as he participates in one of society's oldest and most secretive events: the selection of a new pope. As Cardinal Lawrence organizes a group of cardinals tasked with the selection, he ends up uncovering secrets and scandals of the Roman Catholic Church. The film is starring Fiennes as Cardinal Thomas Lawrence, Isabella Rossellini as Sister Agnes, Stanley Tucci as Cardinal Bellinni, and John Lithgow as Cardinal Joseph. Conclave was released to theaters in October 2024, and has grossed nearly $100 million worldwide, according to Box Office Mojo. You can stream Conclave on Peacock today. Watch Conclave on Peacock today What awards is Conclave nominated for at the Oscars? Conclave is nominated for eight total Academy Awards. Here's a look at which ones: Best Motion Picture Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role, Ralph Fiennes Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role, Isabella Rossellini Best Adapted Screenplay Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Score) Best Achievement in Film Editing Best Achievement in Production Design Best Achievement in Costume Design PREDICTIONS: Who will win at the 2025 Academy Awards – and who should What awards has Conclave won? Conclave has already racked up an impressive award show resume. The period drama was nominated for 12 total British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) awards. It took home four of those: Best Film, Outstanding British Film of the Year, Best Screenplay, and Best Editing. The film was nominated for 11 total Critics' Choice Awards, and took home the awards for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Acting Ensemble. It won a Golden Globe for Best Screenplay, which was the film's only win out of six nominations. Conclave had only two nominations for the Screen Actors Guild awards, but it took home one of the top awards of the night for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture. Watch Conclave on Peacock Prices were accurate at the time this article was published but may change over time.
