Cinema News: Tony Bennett's irrepressible joy spanned generations

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July 22, 2023

Across generations, the irrepressible joy of Tony Bennett could never be unplugged

Instantly identifiable, Bennett's voice was a source of warmth and welcoming, of quick wit and steady wisdom. The singer died on Friday at 96.

Across a long career, Tony Bennett was a regular presence on TV

Over the years, the crooner made innumerable appearances on variety shows, television series and concert specials.

'Summer I Turned Pretty' launched its cast to stardom. Like their characters, they've evolved

The cast of the Prime Video series, now in Season 2, discuss what it's like to navigate their newfound fame and what fans can expect from the series and how it differs from the books.

Commentary: Look out, New York. This is what an L.A. summer week looks like for Gustavo Dudamel

Following Dudamel during his exhausting week of Hollywood Bowl programs, including sharing the podium with John Williams, and YOLA coaching.

'Shark Tank's' Daymond John granted permanent restraining order against former contestant

The ruling for a permanent restraining order is the latest step in a legal dispute between "Shark Tank" judge Daymond John and former contestants on the show, who said their business after their appearance became a "nightmare."

How summer blockbuster 'Sound of Freedom' became a battlefield in the culture war

With a controversial star, a subject conspiracy theorists love and a sensational box-office take, "Sound of Freedom" couldn't help but stir up a fight.

Jake Johnson is back in leisure suits and pinkie rings for 'Minx': 'That is where I find Doug'

The actor discusses the second season of "Minx," now on Starz, what kept him motivated in his early days in the industry and his film and podcast projects.

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