Why are Star Wars droids so lovable? It's science
In November 2014, a little orange and white ball named BB-8 rolled across the screen in the first "The Force Awakens" trailer, the next generation of plucky droids in the Star Wars universe.
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'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' actor died of accidental overdose, coroner says
Brian Tarantina -- who recently played Jackie in Amazon's
YouTube burnout is real; creators are struggling to cope
For eight years, Kati Morton, a mental health expert, has used YouTube to discuss sensitive issues ranging from eating disorders to anxiety. But Morton's own well-being took a hit from the demands of her work on the platform.
Anna Karina, star of French New Wave cinema, has died at 79
French New Wave actress Anna Karina has died of cancer, her agent told CNN.
Jane Fonda arrested on fourth Friday in a row
Jane Fonda said she wants to get arrested every Friday — all to address the climate crisis. She's done it four out of 11 times.
Actor Danny Aiello dies at 86
Danny Aiello, a prolific actor who was nominated for an Academy Award for his role as pizzeria owner Sal in Spike Lee's "Do the Right Thing," has died, a family representative confirmed Friday to CNN.
From Billy Porter to Baby Yoda, here's what you Googled this year
In 2019, people across the country turned to Google for all the answers. Now, Google has unveiled its 2019 Year In Search, a look at the top trending searches of the year.
Scarlett Johansson, others react to SAG nominations
Awards season is in full swing and the nominations keep coming in, this time for the Screen Actors Guild Awards, an annual celebration of the year's best TV and film.
Screen Actors Guild Award nominations revealed
Nominations for the 26th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards were announced Wednesday.
More women accuse Cuba Gooding Jr. of sexual misconduct
Seven more women have come forward with allegations of unwanted touching against actor Cuba Gooding Jr., court documents show.
Philip McKeon, former child actor, has died at 55
Philip McKeon, the former child actor best known for his role on the CBS sitcom "Alice," died Tuesday, a family spokesman said. He was 55.
Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon react to Golden Globe nominations
Hollywood woke up to the Golden Globe nominations on Monday morning.
Golden Globe 2020 nominations revealed
The nominees for the 77th Golden Globe Awards were announced Monday.
Actor René Auberjonois, known for 'Benson' and 'Star Trek,' dies at 79
Actor René Auberjonois died on Sunday, his son, Remy Auberjonois told CNN. He was 79.
Meet the grocery store influencers
When you think of influencers, you might think of flat tummy tea and hair vitamins.
The actress behind 'Peloton wife' has finally spoken
"Peloton wife" has a name and it's not the one shouted out by the spin instructor on her little stationary bike TV.
Peloton actress traded bike for cocktail
It's a new beginning for the Peloton woman.
Ron Leibman, 'Norma Rae' and 'Friends' actor, dies at 82
Ron Leibman, an acclaimed film, television and Tony-winning actor, has died, his agent Robert Attermann of Abrams Artists Agency said.
National Board of Review names 'The Irishman' best film of 2019
"The Irishman" was named the best film of 2019 by The National Board of Review.Martin Scorsese and the film's stars, Robert De Niro and Al Pacino, will also receive the organization's inaugural Icon Award.For best director, Quentin Tarantino took home…
Gotham Awards 2019 winners include 'Marriage Story'
The 2019 Gotham Independent Film Awards, which honor the best in independent cinema, gave streaming giant Netflix a lot of love on Monday.
Jane Fonda said it 'feels good' to be arrested for civil disobedience
Actress and environmental activist Jane Fonda says
Actress Shelley Morrison who played maid on 'Will & Grace' dies at 83
Shelley Morrison, a character actress best known for playing the feisty maid Rosario Salazar on "Will & Grace," has died, publicist Lori DeWaal tells CNN.
After another K-pop death, spotlight returns to pressures of industry
In an industry where stars face immense pressure to portray themselves as the immaculate image of happiness, K-pop duo Goo Hara and Sulli appeared to be different.
Bolsonaro blames Leo DiCaprio for forest fires, actor responds
Brazil's President blamed an unusual candidate this week as a cause of the Amazon forest fires: actor and environmentalist Leonardo DiCaprio.
