Lil Nas X put Dave Chappelle and his other haters on blast after the controversial comedian made fun of him during his new Netflix comedy special The Dreamer.
19.12.2023 - 17:33 / variety.com
Andrew Wallenstein President and Chief Media Analyst As if 2022 wasn’t difficult enough for the global entertainment industry, 2023 came along and said, “You ain’t seen nothing yet.” A pair of strikes paralyzed showbiz for much of the year, bringing film and TV production to a screeching halt and challenging management at all levels of the industry to question their most basic assumptions about what it takes to succeed. But it’s in these difficult times when true leadership shines. The seventh annual Variety500 was all about finding the individuals who can make lemonade out of lemons, the type of people who not only face daunting circumstances but rise to the occasion.
This only makes the accomplishments of those who’ve secured a spot on this year’s Variety500 list all the more impressive. It requires real pros to shine under such tough circumstances. Thankfully, there was no shortage of potential candidates, whether they were executives, directors, producers, writers, actors or game developers.
That’s why this year’s Variety500 feels extra special. The folks who’ve made it onto this list deserve a big round of applause. They’ve managed to stand out and excel in their roles during a time when it’s increasingly challenging to differentiate oneself.
To see who made the grade in 2023, visit the Variety500 portal. The Variety500 has made a name for itself as the ultimate benchmark of power in an industry with huge global influence. No wonder there’s constant chatter, both inside and outside Variety, about who’s going to make the list each year, but our guided selection process hasn’t changed much since the inception of the franchise.
Lil Nas X put Dave Chappelle and his other haters on blast after the controversial comedian made fun of him during his new Netflix comedy special The Dreamer.
It’s Sunday, December 31, the last day of 2023, and there’s been so much K-pop excellence this year!
, the "," which gained traction on TikTok, has swiftly become the year’s most popular styling tip.The formula is simple: pair any look with the most choice–the wilder the shoe, the better. “What makes a look feel interesting and personal is the addition of accessories that feel slightly ‘off’ or mismatched with the vibe of the rest of the look,” Bornstein told Vogue.Allison Bornstein explains how to do “wrong” right.By Naturally, this viral fashion theory was embraced by celebrities all year long.
annus horribilis for the entertainment industry (and the world). After the dual strikes effectively shut down most production from May through November, the doors have reopened again onto a landscape that’s been forever changed. The realities of the streaming bubble and the rifts between legacy media v.
Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large The dual Hollywood strikes wiped out much of the scripted programming this fall on the linear networks. And yet, according to Variety‘s annual list of the year’s 100 most-watched primetime telecasts, we actually watched more entertainment fare this year. CBS’ “NCIS” led the pack in 2023 with 12 episodes making the list, followed by the Eye’s “Blue Bloods,” with five.
Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Many of of the country’s best performers are jetting to party hotspots such as Las Vegas, Miami, Los Angeles and New York ahead of New Year’s Eve to ring in the new year. From Christina Aguilera at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas to Phish at Madison Square Garden, there are dozens of events set to run through midnight on Dec.
Princess Catherine is over wasting her energy on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle!
Selena Gomez confirmed she was in a relationship. Still, now that she is dating Benny Blanco, the singer, actress, and businesswoman, she opened up about what she prioritizes in a relationship.The star of Only Murders in the Building, 31, told Vogue México y Latinoamerica that she liked a partner who is kind, attentive, and has strong listening skills.“Honestly, I have to start being attracted to the right kind of people, because it’s a bit of both,” she said.
Selena Gomez has certain qualities she looks for in her boyfriends! Listen up, Benny Blanco!
A list of the 10 most commonly misspelled words on Google has been released and there are a lot of common ones on this list!
Timothée Chalamet‘s Wonka has topped the global box office.The musical prequel directed by Paul King pulled in a whopping $92.6million (£73.1million) over the weekend, topping the box office in 60 of its 77 international markets, according to Screen Daily. Its worldwide total currently stands at $150million (£118.4million).In the US, it made its debut pulling in $39million (£30.8million) over the weekend to top the box office and enjoyed strong openings in France at $5.1million (£4million) and Australia $4million (£3.2million).The UK/Ireland leads the international pack with $23.2million (£18.3million) after 10 days, ahead of Mexico with $11.2million (£8.3million).
Change is, finally, stirring at Manchester United.
Marks and Spencer has given its Colin the Caterpillar cake a makeover for the Christmas holidays - and it has already sent shoppers wild.
The 10 celebrities who have been named to Google’s top trending searches list for 2023 have been revealed.
Manchester's Market Street has been named one of the most polluted high streets in the country according to recent data.
Are you watching, Meghan Markle? Because Princess Catherine appears to have a message after being publicly called out as one of the alleged “royal racists”!
There are some very popular celebrities who have huge followings on TikTok!
Omid Scobie must not be happy right now…
Elsa Keslassy International Correspondent Ridley Scott‘s “Napoleon” is a movie that French people love to hate. But despite harsh criticism in France, the historical epic smashed the box office and grossed over $9.76 million from 1.15 million tickets sold in its first two weeks in theaters.
Kate Middleton and Prince William have arrived at Buckingham Palace's annual reception to highlight the UK's diplomatic relations and the role of the monarchy within it, as they put on a united front after the ongoing "race row" as a result of Omid Scobie's Endgame book. The Prince and Princess of Wales, both 41, looked spectacularly regal as they posed side by side in photos for the event, which came days after they appeared at the Royal Variety Show at the Royal Albert Hall, with mum-of-three Kate donning a stunning blush pink Jenny Packham gown.