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Nicole Kidman got emotional during an acceptance speech at the Palm Springs International Film Awards ... and even started crying as she dedicated her award to her late mother.

The Oscar-winning actress was given the International Star Award for her latest movie, "Babygirl," by film legend Jamie Lee Curtis at Friday's festival in California.

Nicole stepped up to the mic onstage to say a few words -- and almost immediately began talking about the death of her mom, Janelle, in September.

Seth Edeen is making a name for himself in Hollywood starring in cheesy, short-form soap operas ... and he says the pay-as-you-go model works because the stories are fun and the actors are hot!!!

We got Seth playing basketball at Venice Beach and our photog asked him about the success of his new movie "Breaking The Ice," which is one of the most popular picks on the ReelShort app.

Seth's romance flick is broken down into minute-long episodes, and viewers are able to watch 12 clips for free until ReelShort makes them pay or watch ads to finish the movie. He plays a hockey player who moves back home ... only to find out his high school sweetheart was hiding their secret love child from him.

Jennifer Aniston and her BFF Jason Bateman were spotted soaking up the Cabo sun this week, kicking off 2025 exactly how they plan to live the year ahead -- chillin', vibing, and hanging with friends.

As you can see, Jen was flaunting her gym-toned figure in a red bikini top and blue bottoms, tossing aside her sarong before settling into her lounger to bask in the sunshine.

The relaxation mode was in full effect, with Jason going shirtless, chucking a football around with a pal, while Jen casually chatted away with another friend.

Nikki Glaser is erring on the side of caution when it comes to jokes about Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni ... confirming she won't mention the hot-button topic during Sunday's Golden Globes.

The comedian, who is hosting the annual awards show for the first time this weekend, made it known she's steering clear of the controversy ... out of fear of ending up on the "wrong side of things."

While chatting with Yahoo Entertainment, Nikki acknowledged the on-set feud-turned-legal war between the "It Ends With Us" costars is all anyone can talk about ... but the "mere mention" of the scandal on Sunday could end with her accidentally putting her foot in it.

Mark Wahlberg's winter bod is putting others' to shame ... the actor continues to flaunt his jacked physique in a pair of shorty shorts while abroad in Barbados.

Check it out ... Marky Mark enjoyed some fun in the sun in the Caribbean this week, splashing in the crystal blue water in a pair of itty-bitty patterned swim trunks. The swimsuit's the same one the action star rocked earlier this vacation, when he showed off his ripped 6-pack and jacked legs for fellow beachgoers.

In fact, even when Mark tried to protect his body from the tropical sun by throwing on a white polo shirt, his protruding pecs were still totally visible.

Justin Baldoni's accusation Ryan Reynolds berated and screamed at him in a house full of stars in an ambush meeting is way overblown ... this according to a source who was in the meeting.

Baldoni made several accusations against Blake Lively and husband RR in a $250 million lawsuit against The New York Times ... claiming the "Deadpool" star was aggressive toward JB at a meeting that took place in the couple's NYC home, as celeb pals came and went.

Our source tells TMZ ... the meeting did go down last January, as "It Ends With Us" was to resume production after it was stalled by industry strikes ... and everyone in attendance knew Baldoni's alleged behavior would be addressed ... so, there was zero blindsiding.

Angus MacInnes -- a prolific actor who appeared in the original "Star Wars" film -- has died ... according to a Facebook post by a family member.

In the statement, his family reveals MacInnes passed away peacefully on December 23, surrounded by loved ones. They did not list a cause of death.

Angus' family says he took great pride in appearing in some unforgettable projects during his career ... adding that fans of "Star Wars" held a special place in his heart.

Gal Gadot went through a scary health problem before giving birth to her fourth child, Ori ... saying she had a huge blood clot -- and, she needed emergency surgery to save her life.

The actress shared a photo of her baby girl nursing ... lying back in the hospital bed -- and looking thoroughly exhausted, and she details exactly why in her Instagram caption.

Gadot say this year has been one of the most challenging of her life ... admitting she wrestled with whether to share this story or not -- and, ultimately decided that she should let her heart guide her.

Emma Stone's one of the best actors of her generation ... though some people online think The Independent may have rated her way too high.

Here's the deal ... the UK-based outlet dropped a list of the 60 greatest actors -- and, they put the two-time Academy Award winner in second place.

Of course, this means Emma beat out a lot of people's favorite actors and actresses -- including Daniel Day-Lewis (#3), Denzel Washington (#4) and Nicole Kidman (#5).

Charles Shyer, the writer-director best known for the "Father of the Bride" remake starring Steve Martin, has died.

Shyer died Friday at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles after a brief illness, his daughter told media outlets.

The Oscar-nominated writer and director teamed with then-wife Nancy Meyers for several classic '80s comedies ... including "Private Benjamin," "Irreconcilable Differences," and "Baby Boom."

Olivia Hussey, most well known for playing Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli’s classic 1968 drama “Romeo and Juliet," has died.

The actress passed away Friday at her home surrounded by family, according to a lengthy post on her Instagram page ... but her cause of death was not revealed.

The sad IG announcement read in part ... "Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her."

Teen actor Hudson Meek -- best known for his role in the action film, "Baby Driver" -- has died after he tumbled out of a moving vehicle, TMZ has confirmed.

Law enforcement sources tell us... Hudson suffered blunt force trauma injuries after a fall on December 19 in Vestavia Hills, AL. He was rushed to a hospital and treated but passed away two days later.

Hudson's mom, Lane Wells Meeks, posted a message on Facebook, saying their family is shattered by her son's death ... adding he accomplished a lot in his short life and had a major impact on everyone he touched.

Actor Hudson Meek's death is being treated as an accident, and it doesn't appear substances played any role in the fall that took his life ... TMZ has learned.

Law enforcement sources tell us ... no foul play is suspected in Hudson's death -- and, cops are looking into this as an accident.

We're told there were no signs of drugs or alcohol ... and, cops do not believe they played any part in the accident.

Justin Baldoni has suffered another blow amid his legal war with Blake Lively ... a podcaster who recently interviewed him has removed his episode.

Elizabeth Day, who hosts the 'How To Fail' podcast, shared an IG statement Tuesday, explaining she had taken down the December 4 interview with Baldoni while all the "distressing allegations made against him in Blake Lively's recent lawsuit are fully investigated."

Elizabeth spoke of Baldoni's legal matter in general ... saying she believes every individual has a right to a safe workplace, and every woman should have dignity in that workplace.

More than three decades after the release of "Home Alone" -- the family/comedy film where 8-year-old Kevin (played by Macaulay Culkin) is fending for himself after his 15 family members leave him behind -- is still a top holiday movie amongst many generations.

In addition to Culkin, a few of the main stars include Joe Pesci as the short bald home burglar, Harry, Daniel Stern as the goofy and not so intelligent burglar, Marv and Catherine O'Hara as Kevin's overwhelmed and loving mother, Kate McCallister.

The silly shenanigans kicked off soon after Kevin finds out he's home alone ... Here's a funny photo of the iconic aftershave scene -- Macaulay nailed the humor!

Kevin McCallister schemed up some crafty pranks to fight off the home burglars, like the infamous paint can toss down the stairs of his Chicago residence.

"Home Alone" quickly became a Christmas movie classic, leading to 5 sequels with Culkin portraying Kevin in "Home Alone" and "Home Alone 2: Lost In New York" -- seen in this memorable scene when he reencounters Harry and Marv.

Ryan Reynolds' recent Instagram post mentioned how he didn't particularly feel like putting on the Deadpool suit ... and, while many thought this was a reference to his wife's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, TMZ has learned that isn't the case.

Here's the deal ... in a post to his Instagram story Monday night, Ryan shared a clip dressed up in the Deadpool suit alongside Kidpool, all about raising money for SickKids Foundation.

It's a 90-second-long clip featuring "Wonder Woman" star Lynda Carter -- and it's all for a good cause ... but, on his Instagram story post, he thanked the director for directing this spot "during a time I really didn't feel like putting the suit on."