Kirstie Alley was celebrated not because she was flawless – but because her flaws were so visible
From 80s sitcom Cheers to semi-autobiographical series Fat Actress, the actor brought unscripted intimacy to both her best roles and her life
Beef broth and body shaming: the punk drama about why Empress Elisabeth was the Meghan Markle of her time
Director Marie Kreutzer talks about her latest film, which aims to portray a complex female character – whose story resonates with modern pressures on royal women under the glare of media scrutiny
Celebrities? They’re all a bit weird … Hadley Freeman on 22 years interviewing stars
Ben Affleck was delightful, Justin Timberlake a drag and Keanu so handsome I couldn’t speak. Here’s everything you always wanted to know about A-listers (but were afraid to ask)
Richard E Grant on grief, fame and life without a filter: ‘I 100% believe that secrets are toxic’
He has delighted fans with his honesty about showbusiness – now he’s being just as open about the pain of losing his wife, Joan Washington. Is anything off limits?
‘Nepo baby’ fall preview: new films and TV from children of famous parents
The offspring of Denzel, Uma, Phoebe, Andie and Judd – and a Gainsbourg for good measure – follow in their parents’ celebrated paths
Shipwrecks and reality checks: the films setting out to skewer the rich
Wealth, corruption and immorality are under intense scrutiny in a clutch of films being released this autumn
Will Smith’s popularity saw ‘very significant and precipitous decline’ after Oscars slap
According to Q Score, which measures the consumer appeal of celebrities in the US, the actor lost significant support after the incident
‘I said, put me in a corset asap’: Zawe Ashton on period dramas, pregnancy and embracing silliness
After a series of harrowing roles, the former Fresh Meat star is rediscovering her ‘joyful side’, with a Bridgerton-esque romp – and a baby on the way with Tom Hiddleston
Jonah Hill says he will no longer promote his own films to protect his mental health
Actor and director pens open letter revealing his nearly 20-year struggle with anxiety attacks, ‘which are exacerbated by media appearances and public facing events’
Twilight of the A-list: has the 21st century killed off the movie star?
Brad Pitt’s new film is fizzling out. Meryl Streep is doing TV. Only Tom Cruise fills cinemas – and, in the age of superheroes and streaming, his days may be numbered. So, what does the future hold for Hollywood’s big beasts?
‘Worth waiting for’: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck (finally) marry in Las Vegas
Second time lucky for Bennifer who rekindled their relationship 18 years after calling off first wedding blaming ‘excessive media attention’
Nobody should be forced to come out as Rebel Wilson was, famous or not
The actor is just as vulnerable as anyone else. I know that being outed early would have severely affected my wellbeing, says author Eleanor Morgan
‘Gorgeous is my business’ … how blond billboard bombshell Angelyne became an LA icon
Mystery has shrouded Angelyne ever since her giant ads besieged LA. Now a new drama starring Emmy Rossum and Martin Freeman is telling her astonishing story – and she’s furious about it. We track down the pink-Corvette-driving star
Post your questions for Jacki Weaver
What will you ask the Oscar-nominated star of Animal Kingdom, Silver Linings Playbook and the forthcoming Father Stu?
‘It’s like young love with the brakes off’: Bennifer and the couples who get back together
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are back together after 19 years – and they aren’t the only ones. Why do some pairings work better the second time around?