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Lauren Bacall, 2 Others Receive Early Oscars

November 15, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Without the burden of a live worldwide broadcast, members of the film academy threw themselves a lively yet relaxed dinner party to honor the first Oscar winners of the season.

Lauren Bacall, Roger Corman To Get Early Oscars

November 14, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

The Academy Awards won’t be presented until March, but the first Oscar statuettes of the season are set to be handed out Saturday night at a private, black-tie dinner in Hollywood.

‘Precious’ Breaks Box Office Records In Limited Release

November 08, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Oscar hopeful “Precious: Based On The Novel ‘Push’ By Sapphire” was a hit with audiences this weekend.

The gritty inner-city drama, executive produced by Oprah Winfrey and Tyler Perry, made $1.8 million at 18 theaters in its first weekend of limited release, according to Variety.

Could ‘Michael Jackson’s ‘This Is It’ Win An Oscar?

October 29, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

“Michael Jackson’s This Is It” comes too late in the year to be considered for a documentary Oscar, but the film about the late King of Pop’s preparations for a series of comeback concerts could qualify for other Hollywood honors, including the Academy Award for best picture.

Hilary Swank & Robert De Niro Among Winners At Hollywood Awards

October 27, 2009

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.

And they’re off.

A new crop of Oscar prospects crammed the red carpet at what is widely considered Tinseltown’s award-season starting gate: the Hollywood Awards.

Ricky Gervais Lands Gig As Golden Globes Host

October 26, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

British funnyman Ricky Gervais will host the 67th Annual Golden Globes on NBC on January 17, 2010, Access Hollywood has learned.

“Not only is this the biggest Hollywood celebration of the industry which includes both film and TV, but also an environment where I feel I can get free reign as a host,” the star and co-creator of “The Office” said in a statement. “I have resisted many other offers like this, but there are just some things you don’t turn down.”

Jay-Z To Perform Live At American Music Awards In Los Angeles On November 22

October 16, 2009

LOS ANGELES, CALIF.

Hip-hop icon Jay-Z will perform at the 2009 American Music Awards, Access Hollywood has learned.

This marks Jay’s second time performing on the awards show. He will join the previously announced Alicia Keys in a special collaboration on “Empire State of Mind.”

American Music Awards Will Stream Live Pre-Show Online For First Time

October 15, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

For the first time ever, dick clark productions (dcp) will stream a live pre-show for the 2009 American Music Awards.

For two hours, dick clark productions will give audiences a unique, up close and personal look at the true scope of the AMA experience. The online viewing audience will be able to track all of the action as the stars arrive and walk down the red carpet.

Taylor Swift & Michael Jackson Lead American Music Award Nominations

October 13, 2009

LOS ANGELES, Calif.

Michael Jackson has a chance to win artist of the year posthumously at the American Music Awards.

Fans will select winners by online voting. The awards will be televised Nov. 22 from Los Angeles on ABC.