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Total articles 430

• Available on paid plans

  Joan Plowright, Tony Winner and British Acting Legend, Dies at 95

  By Michael Appler

  Jan. 17, 2025

• Available on paid plans

  ‘Sunset Blvd.’ Star Nicole Scherzinger Says She’s More Than Just a Pussycat Doll: ‘This Is Me Outside All of Those Mother-F—ing Boxes’

  By Michael Appler

  Oct. 21, 2024

• Available on paid plans

  Joan Plowright, Tony Winner and British Acting Legend, Dies at 95

  By Michael Appler

  Jan. 17, 2025

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Variety

Variety is a leading trade publication in the American entertainment industry, established in 1905 by Sime Silverman. Originally focused on vaudeville, it has expanded its coverage to include legitimate theatre, burlesque, motion pictures, radio, and television. In 1933, it launched Daily Variety in Los Angeles to provide in-depth insights into the motion picture industry. Although Daily Variety ceased print publication in 2013, Variety continues to operate as a weekly publication and online news platform. Variety offers comprehensive coverage of the entertainment sector, including news, reviews, and analysis on film, television, theater, and digital media. It provides detailed box office reports and industry insights, featuring interviews with key figures in the field. The publication serves a wide range of professionals, including film and television studios, talent agencies, production companies, and advertising firms, helping them stay informed about trends and opportunities in the industry. Since 2012, Variety has been owned by Penske Media Corporation.