Conan O'Brien Makes Joke About Kendrick Lamar and Drake's Beef at Oscars

The Hollywood Reporter Awards Countdown: Oscars Edition

The Hollywood Reporter is counting down to the 2025 Oscars with a streaming pre-show that will deliver expert analysis, insider predictions and behind-the-scenes coverage ahead of Hollywood's biggest night. Straight from the iconic El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, right across the street from the home of the Academy Awards, the Dolby Theatre, THR's film and awards experts will weigh in on the ceremony's top categories, including best actor, best actress and best picture, ultimately revealing their final predictions for who will take home the honors on Sunday night. The pre-show will also feature a deep dive into past and present red carpet fashion trends, exclusive details on the hottest Oscar-night parties and private events, a look behind the scenes at what it takes to bring the Academy Awards telecast to life, what to expect from Conan O'Brien as this year's host, a preview of the ceremony's musical performances, category and nominee spotlights and much more.

Paul Feig on Reuniting With Blake Lively & Anna Kendrick | Vanity Fair Oscars Party

At the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party red carpet, director Paul Feig praises Hollywood's creative community and the joy of storytelling. He highlights 'Another Simple Favor,' saying he usually avoids sequels but can't resist reuniting with Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick, teasing that the film promises glamour, intrigue and surprises while honoring the original. Feig describes Lively and Kendrick as brilliant collaborators and teases a gin cameo. He also shares his Oscars party survival tips.

Super Bowl LIX Recap: Kendrick Lamar Makes Political Statement, Taylor Swift Shakes Off Haters | THR News Video

From Kendrick Lamar's epic halftime performance that called out Drake and made a political statement in front of President Donald Trump...to Taylor Swift getting booed and shaking off the haters. The Hollywood Reporter is breaking down all the buzz-worthy moments from Super Bowl LIX.

Super Bowl 2025 halftime show: Kendrick Lamar to headline show

Kendrick Lamar opens up in rare interview ahead of historic Super Bowl halftime show

Grammy-winner Kendrick Lamar opens up in a rare interview ahead of his historic Super Bowl halftime performance, reflecting on his role as an artist and the impact of bringing hip-hop to the world’s biggest stage.

William Stanford Davis Hints at 'Abbott Elementary' Super Bowl Storyline | Elton John Oscars Party 2025

At the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Party red carpet, William Stanford Davis shares his top Oscar picks, praising 'Anora' and 'A Complete Unknown.' Fresh off wrapping 'Abbott Elementary,' he hints at a potential Super Bowl storyline and teases more romance for Janine, Gregory and Melissa and jokes about his character still lacking a love interest.

Maria Bakalova Celebrates the Growing Success of 'The Apprentice' | Elton John Oscars Party 2025

At the Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Party red carpet, Maria Bakalova celebrates Sebastian Stan's Oscar nomination for 'The Apprentice,' reflecting on the film's journey from Cannes to its release. She shares excitement for upcoming projects, including an action-comedy with Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh, a drama with Rory Kinnear and her return for 'The Bad Guys 2.' Expressing interest in a Dogma 95-style film, she credits the Danish cinema movement for inspiring her love of filmmaking.