Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande Both 'Popular' at the Oscars!!!

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Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are probably feeling "Popular" right about now ... they both just landed Oscar nominations for their work in "Wicked."

The full list of nominees was announced early Thursday morning, with Cynthia nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role, and Ariana scored a spot in the Actress in a Supporting Role category ... where fellow former child star Selena Gomez was notably snubbed for her work in "Emilia Pérez."

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Their nominations weren't surprising, given the way "Wicked" dominated the box office at the end of 2024, but it's got to feel good for Cynthia and Ariana ... who put on one hell of a press tour when the musical movie dropped in November.

Sebastian Stan Yuge Oscar Nom for 'Apprentice' ... Trump Trolling Backfires

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Sebastian Stan's controversial portrayal of a young Donald Trump has scored the highest honor in Hollywood ... he's now an Oscar nominee.

The actor was just nominated for Best Actor in a Leading Role for his work in "The Apprentice" ... surprising many tuning in for the 2025 Oscar nominations, given the film's icy reception from POTUS himself.

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Trump previously slammed the biopic on Truth Social in October for being "fake" and "classless" after an Ivana Trump rape scene sparked controversy.

Jennifer Garner Church Wreckage Devastates Star

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Jennifer Garner's feeling the loss of her church intensely ... looking totally devastated after seeing the burned husk of her place of worship.

The actress stopped by the Community United Methodist Church of Pacific Palisades -- her regular house of worship -- and appeared overcome by emotion while looking at the burned walls, with one side of the building collapsed in on itself.

No tears from Jenn here ... but, she's obviously upset -- and, the loss of her church, founded in 1922, seems to be weighing heavily on her.

Heather McDonald Justin Baldoni's a 'Weirdo' ... But Blake Lively's 'Cringey' Too!!!

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Heather McDonald isn't feeling sorry for either Justin Baldoni or Blake Lively amid their legal war ... blasting the two actors for duking it out in their respective lawsuits.

We caught up with the comedian outside Craig's in West Hollywood on Monday, where she gave her candid opinion on the Hollywood drama. While Heather noted the situation has made for good content for her "Juicy Scoop" podcast, she told us both Justin and Blake are clearly in the wrong.

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Watch the video ... she blasted Justin as "kind of a weirdo," and said she totally believed the actor was "creepy and inappropriate" on set ... which Blake claimed in her lawsuit against her "It Ends With Us" costar and director.

Sydney Sweeney White-Hot Date Night in NYC!!!❄️

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Sydney Sweeney was melting the NYC snow, stepping out in a sizzling white-hot look Sunday night!

The actress turned NYC into her personal runway for date night with fiancé Jonathan Davino in a chic white fur coat -- cinched to flaunt her curves -- paired with sky-high white boots.

Sydney rocked her shades after dark like a true A-lister, proving her star power doesn’t need sunlight to shine.

Timothée Chalamet, Edward Norton When In Rome, We Watch Soccer!!!

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Timothée Chalamet and Edward Norton do as the Romans do ... and that means cheering on some of the top soccer teams in Italy.

The actors took a break from their press tour for their new Bob Dylan biopic to take in a little Serie A soccer Friday in Rome.

Timothée and Edward had great seats to watch AS Roma take Genoa CFC ... and Chalamet was pretty animated, jumping out of his seat and cheering.

'Severance' Star Adam Scott I'm Not Severing Ties With MCU ... Open to Superhero Flicks!!!

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Adam Scott tells us he's down to film more Marvel movies ... despite last year's massive flop.

We got the "Severance" star in New York City yesterday and our photog asked him about a potential return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Adam says he's open to pretty much anything these days ... so he's not ready to give up on superhero flicks, after appearing in the dud that was "Madame Web."

Steve-O Gets Buzzed by Mark Wahlberg!!!

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Steve-O baldly went where no stuntman has gone before -- courtesy of Mark Wahlberg himself, who took clippers to his head, all in honor of Mark's latest movie role.

MW's playing a balding hitman in "Flight Risk," and Steve-O wanted in on the look. So, the actor went full barber mode, and you can watch the transformation in this "Wildride! with Steve-O" clip.

Steve-O going all in on the wild look was totally on brand. Meanwhile, Mark was clearly loving his side gig as a hairstylist -- who knew Wahlberg had shear talent?

Actress Joan Plowright Dead at 95 ... Oscar Nominee, Laurence Olivier's Wife

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Dame Joan Plowright, a legendary British actress of the stage and screen, has died ... this according to her family.

The actress -- who was best known for her work in the 1992 film, "Enchanted April," for which she earned an Oscar nomination and a Golden Globe award -- died peacefully Thursday surrounded by her loved ones at Denville Hall ... a retirement home for performers in North West London.

While her family did not share a cause of death, they did applaud "her brilliant career" and thanked those "who helped care for her in her last years."

David Lynch Dead at 78 ... 'Blue Velvet,' 'Twin Peaks' Director

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David Lynch -- the legendary of "Twin Peaks" has died ... TMZ has confirmed.

A family member tells TMZ ... Lynch passed away Wednesday at his daughter's house -- where he was staying during the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.

While we don't know the cause of death yet, Lynch revealed just last year that he was diagnosed with emphysema after years of smoking and likely wouldn't be able to direct anymore or even leave his house.

Robbie Williams 'Better Man' Haters Going Apes*** ... Couple Wed by Brit at Screening Defends Biopic

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The couple Robbie Williams "wed" at a screening of his new movie "Better Man" aren't monkeying around, telling the haters to hang around and reconsider ... even if the movie is a total bomb.

Haldun Uluç Ülgen tells TMZ ... he and his fiancée Amy Willoughby couldn’t care less the British singer's biopic tanked at the box office -- they loved it! And he assures us it’s got nothing to do with being "married" by Robbie, who's been an ordained minister since 2002.

Haldun's surprised the movie didn’t leap over the box office competition, but he believes that's because people aren't branching out for something fresh and original -- though he admits RW doesn't have the star power here like he does in the UK.

Jonas Brothers, Priyanka Chopra Pretend 'Like It's Christmas' ... On Set of New Holiday Movie!!!

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It's already beginning to look a lot like Christmas for the Jonas Brothers and Priyanka Chopra ... the famous family is currently filming a new holiday flick, with just 345 days to spare.

Check it out ... Joe Jonas is bundled up under a black winter coat while taking a moment to check his phone in between scenes for the untitled Christmas film he's now filming in Toronto, Canada.

The upcoming holiday movie is a family affair ... with sister-in-law Priyanka rocking burgundy slacks and a cream top before getting in front of the camera for the holiday spectacular.

Amanda Bynes I'm Over Thinking!!!

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Amanda Bynes is definitely an overthinker... at least that's the statement she's making with her latest fashion choice.

The former Nickelodeon store was spotted Monday in Los Angeles ... running errands with a friend.

Amanda's wearing an "Over Thinking" shirt ... matching her black boots and black leggings with the brown, long sleeve top.

Mark Wahlberg Look Away, Kiddos!!! Films Bus Brawl For 'The Family Plan 2'

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Mark Wahlberg's back at it, kicking some serious butt while filming "The Family Plan 2" -- and it looks like the action’s about to hit next-level.

Check out this clip -- Mark’s in full-on brawl mode on top of a double-decker bus with Kit Harington's character, who suddenly grabs Mark's on-screen wife, Michelle Monaghan, and it’s game on!

Mark’s hands are up, telling Kit to chill out as Michelle’s held at knifepoint. Tension is thick until Mark pulls a move that frees Michelle -- right into his arms.

Jonathan Majors We Had to Evacuate ... Gotta Stay Positive During Trying Times

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Jonathan Majors is making positive vibes his creed while Angelenos are plagued by a series of wildfires ... telling people now's the time to look to faith for support.

We caught up with the actor in Sherman Oaks Friday ... and, like a number of other celebs, we wanted to know how he was coping with the fires.

Majors says he and his loved ones are doing well despite the fires ... adding he hopes everyone out there is staying safe during this difficult time.

Dennis Quaid Sure, I've Got Time For An Interview ... Chats w/ Reporter While Evacuating!!!

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Dennis Quaid's defintely cool under pressure ... stopping to talk to a reporter while evacuating his Los Angeles home in the midst of the fires -- and dropping some knowledge for fellow evacuees.

The actor was leaving his home in Brentwood overnight after the Pacific Palisades wildfire changed with the wind and started to creep toward the affluent L.A. neighborhood.

The reporter -- working for the local NBC outlet -- cracks a joke ... saying Dennis is trying to perform a miracle -- putting two 17-year-old girls laundry baskets into his Mercedes.