The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/hollywood/ News from Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:03:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2018/11/toi_icon_512-200x200.png Hollywood | The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/hollywood/ 32 32 Judge declares mistrial in Harvey Weinstein rape retrial amid deadlocked jury https://www.timesofisrael.com/judge-declares-mistrial-in-harvey-weinstein-rape-retrial-amid-deadlocked-jury/ Fri, 15 May 2026 19:50:17 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3824385 Hairstylist and actress Jessica Mann says she had consensual encounters with US film mogul, but accuses him of raping her a day after she repeatedly said no in 2013

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]]> Jurors set to hear opening statements in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial in New York https://www.timesofisrael.com/jurors-set-to-hear-opening-statements-in-harvey-weinsteins-rape-retrial-in-new-york/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:32:07 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3806738 Accuser says she was in consensual relationship with US film mogul when he forced himself on her in 2013; Weinstein, major target of #MeToo movement, now in prison for separate sex assault conviction

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]]> Rob Reiner’s son pleads not guilty to murder in the killing of his parents https://www.timesofisrael.com/rob-reiners-son-pleads-not-guilty-to-murder-in-the-killing-of-his-parents/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:08:28 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3760668 Nick Reiner is represented by a public defender; lawyer Alan Jackson left the case, but insisted his erstwhile client is not guilty of murder 'pursuant to the laws of California'

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]]> ‘Godfather’ and ‘Apocalypse Now’ actor Robert Duvall dead at 95 https://www.timesofisrael.com/godfather-and-apocalypse-now-actor-robert-duvall-dead-at-95/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:50:00 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3756058 Blunt-talking, glitz-averse Oscar winner also played Adolf Eichmann in 1996 film on Nazi war criminal's capture, and mysterious recluse Boo Radley in 'To Kill a Mockingbird'

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]]> Jewish stars Natalie Portman, Seth Rogen debut new comedy films at Sundance festival https://www.timesofisrael.com/jewish-stars-natalie-portman-seth-rogen-debut-new-comedy-films-at-sundance-festival/ Sun, 25 Jan 2026 09:29:06 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3740753 Portman stars in art world thriller-comedy 'The Gallerist,' alongside Jenna Ortega, popstar Charli XCX; Rogen, Olivia Wilde feature in 'The Invite,' about a failing marriage

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]]> Timothee Chalamet, Seth Rogen big Jewish winners at Golden Globes https://www.timesofisrael.com/timothee-chalamet-seth-rogen-big-jewish-winners-at-golden-globes/ Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:10:29 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3731908 Gaza war film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' loses in foreign category as evening largely steers clear of politics, though some celebrities don anti-ICE pins on the red carpet

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]]> Warner Bros. rejects Paramount takeover, tells shareholders to stay with Netflix bid https://www.timesofisrael.com/warner-bros-rejects-paramount-takeover-tells-shareholders-to-stay-with-netflix-bid/ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 18:08:54 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3729073 Media giant cites 'insufficient value' and 'risks' of Paramount's hostile bid attempt, which capped off at $77.9 billion, some $6 million more than Netflix offered

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]]> Rob Reiner’s son set for arraignment over parents’ murder https://www.timesofisrael.com/rob-reiners-son-set-for-arraignment-over-parents-murder/ Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:58:27 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3728561 Nick Reiner may enter a plea during Wednesday hearing, where he will be charged with two counts of first-degree murder

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]]> Nick Reiner charged with two counts of first-degree murder in killing of his parents https://www.timesofisrael.com/nick-reiner-charged-with-two-counts-of-first-degree-murder-in-killing-of-his-parents/ Wed, 17 Dec 2025 02:51:15 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3713982 Son of Rob and Michele Reiner held in jail without bail as prosecutors 'commit to bringing their murderer to justice'

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]]> In a cynical industry, Rob Reiner’s films taught us the power of sincerity https://www.timesofisrael.com/in-a-cynical-industry-rob-reiners-films-taught-us-the-power-of-sincerity/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 20:25:58 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3713685 From romcoms to mockumentaries, the slain director's films were earnest and humane, exploring what people mean to each other and making viewers laugh along the way

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]]> Rob Reiner’s son arrested as suspect in murder of parents at LA home https://www.timesofisrael.com/rob-reiners-son-arrested-as-suspect-in-murder-of-parents-at-la-home/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:14:15 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3712806 Nick Reiner, 32, held on $4 million bail after director-actor and wife found dead; son, who has experienced addiction, reportedly argued with parents at party on Saturday night

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]]> Legendary director-actor Rob Reiner and wife found dead at home; homicide suspected https://www.timesofisrael.com/legendary-director-actor-rob-reiner-found-dead-with-wife-homicide-suspected/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:01:29 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3712097 Jewish filmmaker, son of comedy legend Carl Reiner, directed 'When Harry Met Sally,' 'The Princess Bride,' and 'This is Spinal Tap'; family member questioned

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]]> Scarlett Johansson says she was asked to change her film’s plot away from Holocaust https://www.timesofisrael.com/scarlett-johansson-says-she-was-asked-to-change-her-films-plot-away-from-holocaust/ Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:46:08 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3701075 Jewish Hollywood star says financier pulled out of backing her directorial debut, 'Eleanor the Great,' after she refused to rewrite story to something non-Holocaust related

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]]> Meryl Streep, Sigourney Weaver to star in Israeli director’s new thriller https://www.timesofisrael.com/meryl-streep-sigourney-weaver-to-star-in-israeli-directors-new-thriller/ Sat, 08 Nov 2025 18:46:04 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3683874 Award-winning filmmaker Joseph Cedar to lead the two Hollywood megastars in mystery film, 'Useful Idiots,' set in Manhattan's richest circles

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]]> Adam Sandler to receive seniors group’s Movies for Grownups career achievement award https://www.timesofisrael.com/adam-sandler-to-receive-seniors-groups-movies-for-grownups-career-achievement-award/ Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:16:51 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3681027 AARP says Jewish actor is among Hollywood's 'most enduring and ever-evolving stars,' with talents that 'resonate across generations;' honor is celebrity's second from organization

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