Academy delays 2021 Oscars ceremony because of coronavirus
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
‘The Bachelor’ names Matt James as its first-ever black lead
Matt James, 28, is the first black lead contestant in the show’s 18-year history.
Matt James, 28, is the first black lead contestant in the show’s 18-year history.
Coachella, Stagecoach festivals canceled for 2020 due to coronavirus concerns
Riverside County officials have announced that Coachella and Stagecoach have been canceled for 2020. This comes after the two music festivals were earlier postponed until October as the global coronavirus outbreak spread into major cities across the U.S.
Riverside County officials have announced that Coachella and Stagecoach have been canceled for 2020. This comes after the two music festivals were earlier postponed until October as the global coronavirus outbreak spread into major cities across the U.S.
'Harry Potter' creator JK Rowling responds to critics over her transgender comments
“Harry Potter” creator J.K. Rowling says she refuses to “bow down” to criticism about her recent comments about transgender people. Rowling published a post on her blog website Wednesday in response to the backlash and her concerns over “new trans activism.”
“Harry Potter” creator J.K. Rowling says she refuses to “bow down” to criticism about her recent comments about transgender people. Rowling published a post on her blog website Wednesday in response to the backlash and her concerns over “new trans activism.”
HBO Max pulls 'Gone With the Wind' from library amid racial tensions
HBO Max pulled the Oscar-winning Civil War epic "Gone With the Wind" from its library amid heightened racial tensions following the death of George Floyd.
HBO Max pulled the Oscar-winning Civil War epic "Gone With the Wind" from its library amid heightened racial tensions following the death of George Floyd.
'Cops' TV show ends 32-year run following George Floyd protests, according to reports
"Cops" is ending its 32-year run after protests sprang up around the world due to the outrage over George Floyd's death at the hands of police.
"Cops" is ending its 32-year run after protests sprang up around the world due to the outrage over George Floyd's death at the hands of police.
Big Cat Rescue's Carole Baskin awarded control of 'Tiger King' Joe Exotic's former zoo
A federal judge has granted Big Cat Rescue's CEO Carole Baskin control of the G.W. Zoo, formerly owned by the "Tiger King."
A federal judge has granted Big Cat Rescue's CEO Carole Baskin control of the G.W. Zoo, formerly owned by the "Tiger King."
Steve Carell, Seth Rogen, Janelle Monae among celebrities donating to Minneapolis protesters’ bail
Protests have spread across the United States condemning the death of George Floyd, who died after a Minneapolis police officer held a knee on his neck on Monday, and many high-profile celebrities are rallying to donate money to help demonstrators who have been arrested make bail.
Protests have spread across the United States condemning the death of George Floyd, who died after a Minneapolis police officer held a knee on his neck on Monday, and many high-profile celebrities are rallying to donate money to help demonstrators who have been arrested make bail.
Lori Loughlin, Mossimo Giannulli officially plead guilty in college admissions case
As part of a plea deal, Loughlin will likely serve two months in prison and Giannulli will serve five months.
As part of a plea deal, Loughlin will likely serve two months in prison and Giannulli will serve five months.
Lori Loughlin, husband to plead guilty to charges related to college admissions scandal
Lori Loughlin and her husband, Mossimo Giannulli, have agreed to plead guilty to charges related to the college admissions scandal, officials said Thursday.
Lori Loughlin and her husband, Mossimo Giannulli, have agreed to plead guilty to charges related to the college admissions scandal, officials said Thursday.
How Minnesota's Stay Safe plan changes from Phase 1 to Phase 4
A new dashboard from the Minnesota Department of Health outlines the four phases of reopening Minnesota.
A new dashboard from the Minnesota Department of Health outlines the four phases of reopening Minnesota.
The Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis shares exhibits online amid COVID-19 pandemic
From paintings of Russian leaders and the masses to children's drawings of owls, The Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis shows people what the culture of Russia was like from the 1300s to today. Now, its mission continues even in the midst of a global pandemic.
From paintings of Russian leaders and the masses to children's drawings of owls, The Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis shows people what the culture of Russia was like from the 1300s to today. Now, its mission continues even in the midst of a global pandemic.
Hennepin Theatre Trust rescheduling much of upcoming Broadway season
Hennepin Theatre Trust is rescheduling or canceling much of its upcoming Broadway season, including Disney’s "Frozen" and the return engagement of "Hamilton," due to the current situation created by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hennepin Theatre Trust is rescheduling or canceling much of its upcoming Broadway season, including Disney’s "Frozen" and the return engagement of "Hamilton," due to the current situation created by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Quarantine Axe Throwing League gains momentum across Minnesota
Last month, FOX 9 told you about the Quarantine Axe Throwing League. What started as an invitation thrown out to others around the world has really stuck.
Last month, FOX 9 told you about the Quarantine Axe Throwing League. What started as an invitation thrown out to others around the world has really stuck.
Pioneering NFL sportscaster Phyllis George dies at age 70
Pioneering sportscaster Phyllis George, who was known for being the 50th Miss America and for her work on "The NFL Today" has died at age 70.
Pioneering sportscaster Phyllis George, who was known for being the 50th Miss America and for her work on "The NFL Today" has died at age 70.
3-year-old's 'Good Burger' birthday theme is a flashback to the 90's
This 3-year-old’s birthday party is such a 90’s vibes.
This 3-year-old’s birthday party is such a 90’s vibes.
WATCH IT AGAIN: Shine On Minnesota
Thank you for watching Shine On Minnesota, a broadcast event from FOX 9 and Minnesota Public Radio benefitting Minnesota nonprofits during the COVID-19 crisis.
Thank you for watching Shine On Minnesota, a broadcast event from FOX 9 and Minnesota Public Radio benefitting Minnesota nonprofits during the COVID-19 crisis.
'Hamilton' to debut July 3 on Disney Plus, more than a year early
Disney previously announced a theatrical release in October 2021.
Disney previously announced a theatrical release in October 2021.
New shows and returning favorites among FOX’s fall 2020 lineup
The network released its fall 2020 lineup on Monday.
The network released its fall 2020 lineup on Monday.
Jerry Stiller, best known for his 'Seinfeld' role, dead at 92
Stiller, who started his career in the 1950s alongside his wife Anne Meara, had a resurgence in the late 90s with his iconic character Frank Costanza on the TV show "Seinfeld."
Stiller, who started his career in the 1950s alongside his wife Anne Meara, had a resurgence in the late 90s with his iconic character Frank Costanza on the TV show "Seinfeld."