The Academy Awards, the highest honors in the movie industry, will be handed out on Sunday at a ceremony in Hollywood.
Following is a list of nominations in key categories:
Best Picture
“The Irishman” (Netflix)
“Once Upon a Tim…
Award winning Hip-Hop artiste, M.anifest has been announced as the brand ambassador for Barclays Bank Ghana.
The news comes ahead of its rebranding to Absa Bank Ghana Limited on Monday, February 10. A statement by the bank indicated the…
A federal judge on Thursday delayed R. Kelly’s racketeering, sexual abuse and bribery trial in Brooklyn, New York to July 7, so it would not conflict with the singer’s upcoming trial in a separate Chicago case.
U.S. District Judge Ann D…
British television presenter Phillip Schofield on Friday revealed that he was gay as he paid tribute to his wife of nearly 27 years.
“I am gay,” Schofield, one of broadcaster ITV’s biggest stars, said in a post on Instagram. “This is so…
Has there been enough diversity this awards season?
From the Baftas to the Brits, the big awards, which are staged in January and February, have received a lot of criticism for not being diverse enough.
What would diversity at the aw…
He’s a teen heartthrob-turned-record-breaking musician and she’s the supermodel daughter of actor Stephen Baldwin, but life at home with newlyweds Hailey Baldwin and Justin Bieber is surprisingly relatable.
The 23-year-old beauty graces…
“Minions: The Rise of Gru” is officially a sequel to the “Minions” spinoff movies rather than a “Despicable Me” prequel, but it tells the story of how Gru (Steve Carell) came to be the world’s greatest supervillain.
Set in the 1970s, “M…
Just over one year since Kevin Hart stepped down from his role as the host of the 2019 Oscars, the actor and comedian is speaking about what he learned from that experience and how he plans to move forward.
In an interview with Men’s He…
Kirk Douglas has been remembered as an "unforgettable" actor and a film "icon" following his death at the age of 103.
His daughter-in-law Catherine Zeta-Jones led the tributes, writing: "To my darling Kirk, I shall love you for the rest…
NIGERIAN singer Davido has surprised his fiancee Chioma Rowland with a special pre valentine's day gift.
The “Aye” singer in videos circulating on social media, showed off a N6 million ($16,426) Patek Philippe watch that he purchased fo…
THE Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has described the death of Highlife artiste Kofi Bee, as a huge loss to the entire nation.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, February 5 and signed by acting MUSIGA President, Bessa Simons, the Uni…
The Walt Disney Company just announced that its streaming service Disney+ has 26.5 million paying subscribers — ahead of the already impressive 25 million predicted by Wall Street analysts.
(Update: On the earnings call, CEO Bob Iger sa…
Jay-Z says he and Beyonce were not staging a protest when they stayed seated during the US national anthem at the 2020 Super Bowl.
He says the couple were in "artist mode" when they didn't stand while Demi Lovato sang The Star Spangled …
Britain’s Prince Charles will announce on Tuesday that U.S. pop singer Katy Perry will become an ambassador for the British Asian Trust to help its fight against child-trafficking, the charity said.
Perry, 35, who is already a goodwill …
Walt Disney Co’s new streaming service Disney+ reached 28.6 million paying subscribers this week, the company said on Tuesday as it reported quarterly earnings that beat Wall Street forecasts.
Shares of Disney were flat following the re…
SHE has been in the public eye for years now and definitely knows all that comes with being famous but actress Emelia Brobbey says being in the limelight is no walk in the park.
Taking her turn on colleague actor Kwaku Manu's Aggressive…
The Multichoice Talent Factory (MTF) kicked off 2020 with a masterclass instructed by acclaimed South African director Denny Y Miller. The session held at the MultiChoice Ghana office attracted A-list directors, actors and actresses includ…
The Academy Awards have a new category this year - in name at least.
There has been an Oscar for best foreign language film since 1947, although the title could vary in the early years. But when two years ago producers Larry Karaszewski…
Ghanaian actor Kofi Ajorlorlolo says the lack of respect for actors by movie producers has been the bane of the movie industry.
According to him, movie producers owe him and other actors sums of money and have refused to pay them.
In…
Justin Bieber has said his drug use in his younger days became "legit crazy scary".
Speaking in the latest episode of his YouTube series, the singer admitted he became addicted to taking pills and smoking cannabis when he was 13.
"Pe…
THE death of Highlife musician Kofi B has hit Ghanaians hard especially the music industry, with players mourning the loss.
Kofi B, whose real name is Kofi Boakye Yiadom, died at dawn on Sunday before he was scheduled to perform at a sh…
THEY say you don't get a second chance to make a good first impression and that is why when rapper CJ Biggerman broke through a security detail to freestyle for American rapper, Rick Ross at the Kotoka International Airport, he blew it out…
Mumbai, 3rd February 2020: With a set of unique characters and captivating stories, ZEE5 Global invites its international audiences to celebrate the month of love with wholesome entertainment that will excite, engage and enthral.
Premie…
For some it’s the “white male rage” Oscars. Others have dubbed it the year of “Big Men, Little Women.” Despite four years of efforts to address the #OscarsSoWhite furor, the winners’ podium at Sunday’s Academy Awards is expected to be made…
Actor and comedian Adam Sandler has reached a deal with Netflix Inc to make four new movies for the global streaming service, the company said on Friday.
Sandler, a former “Saturday Night Live” cast member who built a career on movies s…
Box office newcomers “Rhythm Section” and “Gretel and Hansel” fumbled as “Bad Boys for Life” remained champions during a painfully slow Super Bowl weekend.
Football’s biggest matchup is usually a slow time at movie theaters since Super …
ACTRESS Vicky Zugah has asked movie lovers to stop pitching Ghanaian movies against those of Nigerians.
For years, critics have pointed to the Nigerian film industry, popularly known as Nollywood and the strides it is making in discussi…
FrenchKissDj kicks off the year 2020 with a brandnew video as he teams up with super talented singer/songwriter Camidoh. The track tells a story of a girl that seems to buss her partners brain by her constant Love and Affection. With Fren…
Africa Magic will announce nominees in all 28 categories in the 7th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) on Thursday, 6 February 2020. DStv and GOtv viewers should tune in 8pm to watch the broadcast LIVE on all Africa Magic channels…
Rapper and Songwriter, Martin King Arthur, popularly known as Kofi Kinaata, has been voted the 2019 Most Influential Young Ghanaian in the 5th annual ranking poll organised by leading PR & Rating firm, Avance Media.
The ranking which ce…
The Transformers franchise is being primed for a reboot, with news that not one but two new movies are in the pipeline.
Two scripts are currently in 'active development', according to Variety.
One is being penned by British writer an…
Sylvester Stallone is now a silver fox.
The Rocky actor is known for his signature dark hair, but he decided to show fans his more seasoned natural hair color: silver.
In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Stallone shared a short clip of …
You won't be seeing any more political-themed paintings from actor-turned-artist Jim Carrey.
At a recent press day for his new film Sonic the Hedgehog, the popular comedy star told Yahoo Entertainment he's done skewering the likes of Pr…
IT has become commonplace for veteran actors to make public appeals for support to take care of their health or general well-being. And while for veteran actor, Fred Amugi, it is unfortunate, he believes some of the actors are the architec…
Proud papa! Billy Ray Cyrus is daughter Miley Cyrus’ ultimate fan and he already knows what to expect from her next album.
“It’s gonna kiss some a-s,” Billy Ray, 58, told Us Weekly exclusively at the Recording Academy and Clive Davis Pr…
Family first. Taylor Swift was never locked in to her highly anticipated 2020 Grammys performance, and family responsibilities kept her away from the show entirely, Us Weekly can confirm.
“Taylor was at Sundance [Film Festival in Utah] …
THE Chief Executive Officer of Kri8 Concept, a record label and artiste management company, Stephen Forson, has urged Ghanaians to celebrate music and not popularity.
According to him Ghanaians are gradually losing focus, celebrating po…
More “changes” are coming for Justin Bieber!
The “Yummy” singer, 25, debuted a new tattoo when he stepped out in Los Angeles on Thursday, showing off a laurel wreath design inked around his neck while visiting the Dogpound gym in West H…
"Congratulations to those men."
After announcing this year's Oscar nominations, Issa Rae's off-the-cuff reaction to another all-male Best Director shortlist was - for many - perfect shade.
"I reposted it. She's an honest person," say…
Miss Ghana 2019, Rebecca Kwabi, has urged the Ghanaian media to publish positive stories about the Miss Ghana brand to take it to the level it deserves to be.
Speaking at the launch of Miss Ghana 2020 at the Tang Palace Hotel in Accra…
Newly minted Grammy winner Billie Eilish will perform live at the Oscars ceremony next month, organizers said on Wednesday, raising speculation she may debut her recording of the new James Bond movie theme song.
Eilish, 18, swept the Gr…
Offset was detained by police on Wednesday at The Grove, a popular open-air shopping complex in Los Angeles.
The rapper -- whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus -- was detained by Los Angeles police officers after receiving a report …
Supermodel Naomi Campbell has criticised the organisers of the Grammy Awards after Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy failed to win at the weekend.
Burna Boy was nominated for Best World Music Album for his 2019 record African Giant but …
Beyonce has paid tribute to the late basketball great Kobe Bryant.
Queen Bey, a regular guest at Los Angeles Lakers games, the franchise Kobe spent his entire pro career with, shared a series of images on social media remembering the fu…
Madonna has resumed her Madame X world tour in London, after cancelling dates in Portugal and the UK due to injury.
The star took to the stage wearing knee supports but otherwise refused to make concessions to the "indescribable" pain s…
VETERAN musician, Rex Omar, has won his 2015 suit against breweries company, Joy Industries Limited, which used portions of his song ‘Dada Di Da’ without his permission.
In its ruling on Wednesday, January 29, the Koforidua High Court a…
Over the past year, ZEE5 has churned out some of the most talked about Originals with unique, intelligent and bold storylines. For those who haven’t caught up with these shows yet, here’s a list of the top 10 Originals that not only went v…
The first look for the upcoming "F9" has been released, the latest movie in the "Fast & Furious" franchise, just days before the full trailer drops on Friday.
In this teaser, Vin Diesel reveals that he's now a father seemingly retired a…
The Oscars are getting greener.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Monday that it will be offering entirely plant-based menus at today’s Oscar Nominees Luncheon and then in the Dolby Theatre lobbies prior to th…
A day after Kobe Bryant’s death, LeBron James made his first public statement with an Instagram note penned to his fallen friend and former rival.
James posted the message Monday evening, two days after he passed Bryant on the NBA’s all…