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Yahoo
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Who is Lynette Howell Taylor? 5 fun facts about the new Academy president
On Thursday, producer Lynette Howell Taylor was elected president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences by the organization's Board of Governors. She replaces Janet Yang, who has served in that capacity since 2022. In addition to Howell Taylor, the Academy also announced the following five officer positions for 2025-2026: More from Gold Derby 'Spinal Tap II: The End Continues': Everything to know about the mockumentary sequel and its soundtrack as new 'Stonehenge' drops Jodie Foster and Guillermo del Toro among honorees at 2025 TIFF tribute awards gala Lesley Barber (Music Branch), vice president (chair, Membership Committee) Jennifer Fox (Producers Branch), vice president (chair, Awards Committee) Simon Kilmurry (Documentary Branch), vice president/treasurer (chair, Finance Committee) Lou Diamond Phillips (Actors Branch), vice president (chair, Equity and Inclusion Committee) Howard A. Rodman (Writers Branch), vice president/secretary (chair, Governance Committee) "Lynette has been a vital part of the Academy Board of Governors for many years, most recently revitalizing our awards work as chair of the board's Awards Committee," Academy CEO Bill Kramer said in a statement. "I so look forward to working with her as our new Academy president, as well as with these incredibly dedicated and strategic board officers. This is an exceptional group of Academy members who will advance the Academy's mission, support our membership around the world, ensure our long-term financial stability, and celebrate the achievements of the global filmmaking community." If you're unfamiliar with her name, here are five fun facts about Lynette Howell Taylor: She is beginning her first term as president during her second term as a governor representing the Producers Branch. She previously served for three years as vice president and chair of the Awards Committee. She has been an Academy member since 2014, and she has produced more than 25 films over the past two decades. She is an Oscar, BAFTA, Producers Guild, and Gold Derby Award nominee for producing Bradley Cooper's remake of A Star Is Born (2018), which received a Best Picture nomination. "I hope he recognizes how many lives and careers he has changed because of this movie," she told Deadline at the time. Besides A Star Is Born, her film credits include The Accountant (1 and 2), Captain Fantastic, Big Eyes, The Place Beyond the Pines, Blue Valentine, Half Nelson, and the upcoming Roofman, starring Channing Tatum. She received an Emmy nomination in 2020 for producing — what else? — the Oscars alongside Stephanie Allain. That ceremony had no host and ended with Bong Joon-ho's Parasite winning four trophies, including Best Picture. In addition, rap legend Eminem shocked the crowd with a surprise performance of "Lose Yourself." "I literally can't believe we kept it a secret," Howell Taylor told Gold Derby. She ended up losing the Emmy to Live in Front of a Studio Audience, which was produced by a former (and future) Oscars host, Jimmy Kimmel. The fine print from the Academy reads: "Academy board members may serve up to two three-year terms (consecutive or non-consecutive), followed by a two-year hiatus, after which eligibility renews for up to two additional three-year terms for a lifetime maximum of 12 years. Officers serve one-year terms, with a maximum of four consecutive years in any one office. The Board of Governors sets the Academy's strategic vision, preserves the organization's financial health and assures the fulfillment of its mission." Best of Gold Derby Everything to know about 'The Batman 2': Returning cast, script finalized Tom Cruise movies: 17 greatest films ranked worst to best 'It was wonderful to be on that ride': Christian Slater talks his beloved roles, from cult classics ('Heathers,' 'True Romance') to TV hits ('Mr. Robot,' 'Dexter: Original Sin') Click here to read the full article. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Here's the Full Timeline for the 2026 Golden Globes
The Golden Globes released the timeline, eligibility rules and award guidelines for the 83rd Annual Golden Globes. The show, to be hosted by Nikki Glaser for the second year in a row, is set to air live coast-to-coast on Sunday, Jan. 11, from 8 to 11 p.m. ET on CBS, and streaming on Paramount+ in the U.S. The show will emanate from its long-time home, the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. Eligibility rules include the newly added best podcast award outlining how the top 25 podcasts will qualify with a total of six final nominations for the category. Luminate will determine qualifying podcasts. More from Billboard Golden Globes Adding Best Podcast Category for 2026 Kneecap Launch London Billboard Takeover Ahead of 'Witch-Hunt' Court Appearance Hatebreed Guitarist Exits Tour Following Diagnosis of Brain Tumor Nominations for the Golden Globes will be announced on Monday, Dec. 8. The full awards timeline is outlined below, and complete rules and categories can be found on the Golden Globes' website. The Golden Globes, which likes to call itself 'Hollywood's Party of the Year,' is the world's largest awards show to celebrate the best of both film and television. Dick Clark Productions will plan, host and produce the show. Here's the 83rd Annual Golden Globes timetable. All dates are 2025 unless otherwise noted. Friday, Aug. 1: Submission website opens for 2026 Golden Globes motion picture and television entries. Wednesday, Oct. 1: Submission website opens for 2026 Golden Globes podcast entries. Friday, Oct. 31: Deadline for motion picture, television, and podcast submissions. Entries must be completed on the Golden Globes' website. Monday, Nov. 17: Deadline for television and podcast nomination ballots to be sent to all voters. Sunday, Nov. 23: Final date for television and podcast press conferences; final date for television and podcast programs to be uploaded to the Golden Globes screening platform by 5 p.m. PT. Monday, Nov. 24: Deadline for receipt of television and podcast nomination ballots by 5 p.m. PT. Tuesday, Nov. 25: Deadline for Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement nomination ballots to be sent to all voters. Wednesday, Dec. 3: Final date for Motion Picture and Box Office Achievement press conferences; final date for Motion Pictures and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement to be uploaded to the Golden Globes screening platform. Thursday, Dec. 4: Deadline for the receipt of Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement nomination ballots by 5 p.m. PT. Monday, Dec. 8: Announcement of nominations for the 83rd Annual Golden Globes at 5 a.m. PT. Friday, Dec. 19: Final ballots sent to all voters. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026: Deadline for the receipt of final ballots by 5 p.m. PT. Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026: Presentation of the 83rd Annual Golden Globes at 5 p.m. PT. The Golden Globes are produced by Dick Clark Productions, which is owned by Penske Media Eldridge, a joint venture between Eldridge Industries and Billboard parent company Penske Media. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Can Hawaiʻi's legislature save our film industry?
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaiʻi's economy heavily relies on tourism, but this makes it vulnerable to changes in travel safety perceptions. In recent months, other countries have issued travel warnings to the United States, and this could hurt Hawaiʻi's tourism industry. To address this, community leaders in Hawaiʻi have long been working to diversify our economy, and one way they're doing this is by strengthening its film industry. Since the late 1990s, Hawaiʻi has used tax incentives to attract film and television productions. Local attorney Bill Meyer was a key player in securing work shoot the hit TV series LOST in Hawaiʻi. 'We worked really hard to get the show brought to Hawaiʻi, and it paid off,' said Meyer. 'Not only does the film industry bring millions of dollars in revenue to the state each year, but tourism also gains a big leg up with a lot of visitors coming to the Hawaiʻi because of their exposure to Hawaiʻi in a series or a film.' These incentives were designed to make Hawaiʻi an appealing location for filmmakers by offering them a break on taxes. In 1997, Hawaiʻi introduced its first film tax credit, which offered a 4% tax credit on production costs. The program grew over time. By 2006, the tax credit was raised to 15% for filming on Oahu and 20% for other islands. The tax credit was further boosted in 2013, which helped bring even bigger productions to Hawaiʻi. A key part of the legislation, called the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Income Tax Credit, has been adjusted over the years to keep Hawaiʻi competitive. For example, in 2023, the tax credit was increased to 22% for Oahu and 27% for the Neighbor Islands. The state also set caps on how much money could be claimed, which ensures that the program remains effective without overburdening the state example, Hawaiʻi set a cap of $50 million per year for the entire program starting in 2023. These tax incentives have paid off. In 2022, Hawaiʻi's film industry contributed around $577 million to the state's economy. This included money spent by production companies on everything from hiring local crew members to purchasing materials. For this large investment in our economy, the state only provided $74.5 million in tax credits. That means the film industry received a financial boost to encourage continued filming in the state. A new bill is circulating through the Hawaiʻi State Senate, . James Kunane Tokioka, Director of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, pointed out these four important facts when it comes to tax incentives for the film industry in Hawaiʻi. 1. On the industry's economic impact: 'Hawaiʻi's film industry has consistently demonstrated its ability to generate significant economic benefits for the state, supporting thousands of jobs and injecting hundreds of millions of dollars into the local economy.' 2. On tax incentives for the film industry: 'The proposed amendments to the Motion Picture, Digital Media, and Film Production Tax Credit seek to enhance Hawaiʻi's competitiveness by attracting more high-budget productions while ensuring greater economic returns for the state.' 3. On workforce development: 'By expanding workforce training provisions and increasing local hiring incentives, this bill aims to cultivate a sustainable and thriving film industry that provides long-term career opportunities for Hawaiʻi residents.' 4. On tourism and cultural representation: 'The visibility of Hawaiʻi in major film and television productions not only boosts tourism but also allows for authentic storytelling that reflects the rich cultural heritage of the islands.' You can click to access information on SB32 and to read Tokioka's full statement. With more countries issuing travel warnings and tourism potentially declining, these legislative efforts help ensure Hawaiʻi has another way to create jobs and support its economy. Get news on the go with KHON 2GO, KHON's morning podcast, every morning at 8 By growing the film industry, Hawaiʻi can reduce its dependence on tourism while building a more sustainable future. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
