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The voices of Judy Garland and James Dean are being used in a new AI app. The move could end up hurting other actors

The voices of the dead Hollywood stars are being unveiled in a new AI app to be used as text readers. Here's what we know.
A collage of Judy Garland in Wizard of Oz and James Dean in Rebel with a Cause

Barbenheimer 2.0: Will Wicked and Gladiator 2 create another box office phenomenon?

Wicked, the highly anticipated screen adaption of the Broadway musical, will now be released on the same day as Ridley Scott's Gladiator 2, setting the stage for a box office showdown similar to Barbenheimer.
A composite image of Ariana Grande as Glinda in Wicked, and Paul Mescal in Gladiator 2

'I tried to have a sensible career': Why the star of Underbelly and Offspring had to choose acting

The beloved actor made her name playing abrasive characters in some of Australia's most beloved TV shows. Now she's taking on Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? once more.
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The actor Kat Stewart, a woman in her early 50s with long brunette hair, standing in front of a brick wall

Ian McKellen won't return to theatre role after fall from stage

Sir Ian McKellen has withdrawn from his UK tour of Player Kings after he fell off the stage mid-performance at a London theatre last month. 
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Actor Martin Mull, known for guest spots on Roseanne and Arrested Development, dies aged 80

Martin Mull appeared in beloved roles such as private eye Gene Parmesan on Arrested Development and would be nominated for an Emmy in 2016 for a guest turn on Veep as Bob Bradley. 
A man with glasses in a bowtie

Toadie to leave Neighbours after 30 years as actor Ryan Moloney heads behind the scenes

Actor Ryan Moloney plans to move behind the scenes as a director on Neighbours, with his beloved character Jarrod "Toadie" Rebecchi leaving the show after 30 years. 
Ryan Moloney in a white shirt, brown hair with greying beard, smiling warmly

Home where Marilyn Monroe lived and died avoids demolition after being deemed a historical landmark

Marilyn Monroe's home will not be demolished after the LA City Council deems the property a historical landmark, thwarting the plans of neighbours to expand their estate.
Marilyn Monroe lays on her stomach on a lawn, smiling into the distance as she rests her chin on her right hand

Is the Marvel Cinematic Universe doomed, or will Deadpool save the day?

While you could argue the Marvel Cinematic Universe is far from on its knees, all eyes are on the lone MCU film being released this year to save the day, or —  at the very least — be a canary in the caped coal mine.
Comic book characters Deadpool and Wolverine walk towards the camera in full costume.

The stolen Wizard of Oz slippers have been found, and Judy Garland's hometown wants them back

The Minnesota town where actress Judy Garland grew up is raising funds to buy back the ruby slippers stolen from its museum in 2005.
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A Wizard of Oz screenshot showing Judy Garland and Ray Bolger walking with dog Toto.

Donald Sutherland dies aged 88

Award-winning actor Donald Sutherland best known for his roles in M*A*S*H and The Hunger Games has died aged 88.
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Donald Sutherland, Renowned Actor: A man with white hair and a beard looks off camera with a neutral expression.
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New evidence in Alec Baldwin Rust trial shows he pointed gun at crew members before fatal shooting

The evidence, which includes images and video from crew and a set photographer, shows Mr Baldwin pointed his gun at a crew member and fired a blank round, held his finger on the trigger when not supposed to and engaged in horseplay with the weapon.
A screenshot of bodycam footage released of police questioning Baldwin on set of Rust.

Ian McKellen rushed to hospital after falling off stage during play

The 85-year-old was performing in a production of Player Kings when about two hours into the show he fell off the stage. 
 Ian McKellen in a leather jacket holding a glass.

Henry Winkler describes 'amazing adventure' of fire evacuation in Dublin

Irish fire crews who raced to reports of an emergency at a Dublin hotel were surprised to find Happy Days star Henry Winkler among the chaos outside. 
Hollywood actor Henry Winkler in a green jacket with three firefighters in front of a Dublin Fire Brigade truck.

Who is the Australian teenager cast in the live-action Moana?

Sydney teenager Catherine Laga'aia has been cast as Moana in a live-action remake of the Disney film. Laga'aia says she's excited and honoured to "represent young girls who look like me".
Catherine Laga'aia

Kevin Spacey admits to being 'too handsy' in apparent attempt to revive acting career

The tearful interview comes as celebrities defend the actor, who has been out of work since allegations of sexual misconduct, amid a new documentary. 
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The Fall Guy's Keir Beck talks stunt coordination, safety, and Hollywood's unseen heroes

As a stunt coordinator on The Fall Guy starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, Keir Beck says a good stunt performer goes unnoticed, but plays a crucial role in an action flick.
Ryan Gosling in Fall Guy

'I also don't have a filter': Love on the Spectrum star lands lead role in new comedy show

Wollongong actor and reality television star Michael Theo has landed his first major production, playing a character inspired by him in a new comedy drama called Austin.
Michael, Roy and Gia all sit outside in a park, arm in arm.

Judge rejects Alec Baldwin's request to drop criminal charge

A New Mexico judge rejects a request by Alec Baldwin to drop a criminal charge against him during a fatal shooting on the film set of Rust. The decision clears one of the last remaining hurdles for prosecutors to put the Hollywood actor on trial for involuntary manslaughter in July.
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Dabney Coleman, best known for villainous roles in 9 to 5 and Tootsie, dies aged 92

The actor, who specialised in smarmy villains such as the chauvinist boss in 9 to 5, died on Thursday local time, according to his daughter. 
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In an industry where everyone is angling to be the same, Rebel Wilson embraced the one thing that set her apart

In her memoir Rebel Rising, Rebel Wilson tells the story of how she found the type of success in Hollywood that has escaped others, by going against conventional wisdom.
Rebel Wilson wearing a black leather jacket standing on a rooftop balcony with Sunset Boulevard behind her

Games of Thrones star Ian Gelder dies aged 74 after being diagnosed with bile duct cancer

His death was announced by his husband, fellow actor Ben Daniels, who paid tribute to the "kindest, most generous spirited and loving human being".
Actor Ian Gelder smiling at the camera in a black suit with a bow tie

Brian Wenzel, best known for role in A Country Practice, dies aged 94

The Australian actor won a silver Logie for his role as Sergeant Frank Gilroy in popular 1980s soap A Country Practice. 
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Bernard Hill, known for roles in The Lord of the Rings and Titanic, dies aged 79

The British actor is best known for playing a ship's captain in Titanic and a king in The Lord of the Rings films that won a combined 22 Oscars.
A blond-haired older man in impressive medieval armour rides a white horse through between soldiers with spears.

Joanna Lumley speaks to 7.30 ahead of Australian tour

Much loved actor Joanna Lumley speaks to 7.30 ahead of her upcoming Australian tour. 
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Duration: 9 minutes 16 seconds

David Gulpilil's repatriation home documented in new film

The final journey of one of Australia's most celebrated actors, David Gulpilil has been captured for a new documentary.
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Journey Home Documentary, David Gulpilil: Face of young Indigenous man with facial paint and traditional adornments.
Duration: 1 minute 59 seconds