Composer Bernstein's children defend Bradley Cooper's prosthetic nose after 'Maestro' is criticized
After Bradley Cooper’s prosthetic nose in the trailer for the upcoming Leonard Bernstein biopic “Maestro” stoked criticism of antisemitism, the conductor’s children have come to the defense of the actor.
Venice Film Festival unveils A-list lineup with ‘Priscilla,’ ‘Ferrari,’ ‘Maestro’ amid strikes
Bradley Cooper’s Leonard Bernstein drama “Maestro,” Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla Presley movie, Michael Mann’s “Ferrari,” David Fincher’s “The Killer” and Ava DuVernay’s “Origin” will be making their world debuts at the Venice International Film Festival this fall.
Blanchett, del Toro on the femme fatale of 'Nightmare Alley'
With a touch of Barbara Stanwyck, a sumptuous Art Deco office and a deadly shade of crimson lipstick, Cate Blanchett plays a femme fatale in Guillermo del Toro’s “Nightmare Alley” with cunning embrace and subversion of the film noir archetype.
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Clooney honored by MoMA as actor, director and humanitarian
Clooney was honored Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, by co-stars and colleagues at the annual film benefit for the Museum of Modern Art, held virtually. MoMA’s annual film benefit raises funds to bring great works of film to the museum’s collection. Also giving virtual tributes Monday evening were actors Felicity Jones, Tiffany Boone, Kyle Chandler and Demian Bichir, who appear in “A Midnight Sky,” which Clooney stars in and directs. The benefit featured clips from some of Clooney’s many films: “Michael Clayton,” “Syriana,” "The Descendants,” “Gravity,” and “Good Night, and Good Luck,” among others. In earlier comments to The Associated Press, Clooney said “Good Night, and Good Luck” was probably his proudest professional accomplishment.
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Quiz: Do you remember the biggest pop culture moments from 2019?
So much happened this year that it was hard to condense it all into one single quiz, but we think we did a good job of capturing the most iconic and wacky pop culture moments of the year. From Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper’s emotional Oscar performance to the big “Game of Thrones” finale, we’ve got everything you need to remember about 2019. Take the quiz below to see how well you do.

Lady Gaga to Oprah: Bradley Cooper dating rumors were 'silly'
Courtesy of Warner Bros. via CNN(CNN) - Lady Gaga's memorable performance with Bradley Cooper at the Academy Awards was just that -- a performance. Oprah Winfrey interviewed Gaga for the new issue of Elle magazine, and asked about the romance speculation that followed the intimate duet between the "Star is Born" co-stars. "Quite frankly, I think the press is very silly," Gaga said. For me, as a performer and as an actress, of course we wanted people to believe that we were in love. In her interview with Winfrey, Gaga also that it look a "long time" to shake her "Star is Born" character, Ally, because of the parallels to her real life.

Lady Gaga Says Intimate Bradley Cooper Duet at Oscars Was 'Orchestrated' to Make it Seem
Lady Gaga is finally revealing the planning behind that cozy Oscars performance with Bradley Cooper that sent fans into a tailspin with theories of a secret relationship between them. And we wanted people to feel that love at the Oscars. Lady Gaga appears in the December issue of Elle, out next week. RELATED STORIESLady Gaga Is Funding Classroom Projects in El Paso, Dayton and Gilroy in Wake of ShootingsWill Bradley Cooper Date Lady Gaga in Wake of Irina Shayk Split? Were Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper Too Cozy at the Oscars?

Lady Gaga Reacts to Bradley Cooper Dating Rumors: 'We Wanted People to Believe We Were in
Lady Gaga isn't denying the chemistry she shares with Bradley Cooper. For me, as a performer and as an actress, of course we wanted people to believe that we were in love." Slve Sundsb/ ElleAs for her and Cooper's smoldering performance at the Oscars, Gaga tells Winfrey, "We wanted people to feel that love at the Oscars. Slve Sundsb/ ElleFollowing their Oscars performance, fans quickly took to social media to discuss the chemistry between Gaga and 44-year-old Cooper, who also directed A Star Is Born. At the time, Gaga had recently split from her fiance, Christian Carino, and Cooper was just months away from his breakup with Irina Shayk.

Millie Bobby Brown Channels Lady Gaga and Sings 'Shallow' in the Water
Millie Bobby Brown is having a little fun with Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper's smash hit, "Shallow." Meanwhile, on Thursday, Mariah Carey revealed that her adorable 8-year-old son, Moroccan, is a huge fan of the British actress. Carey shared a photo of Moroccan doing his best Stranger Things pose while rocking a skeleton costume. "My son is obsessed with Millie Bobby Brown... can someone please ask her to call him ," she tweeted. Millie Bobby Brown Apologizes After Skincare Video Angers FansHarry Styles and Millie Bobby Brown Jam Out Together at Ariana Grande Concert

Dave Chappelle on Why He 'Loved' Working With Bradley Cooper in 'A Star Is Born'
He may have had a blast working with Bradley Cooper in A Star Is Born, but dont expect to see Dave Chappelle back on the big screen anytime soon. The main reason I did it is because I love and trust Bradley Cooper so much. ]Cooper directed and starred in A Star Is Born alongside Lady Gaga, earning Oscar nominations including Best Actor for the project. I can tell you this, as far as my experience -- Bradley is a consummate actor [and] director, Chappelle said. The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor will broadcast nationally on PBS on Jan. 7, 2020 at 9 p.m. EST.

Bradley Cooper Makes Dapper Surprise Appearance at 'Joker' Premiere -- Pics
The Joker premiere at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival on Monday got an extra dose of star power! Bradley Cooper graced the red carpet of the DC film, posing with the film's cast, including Joaquin Phoenix, who plays the Clown Prince of Crime. Although his appearance was a surprise to fans, the 44-year-old leading man wasn't merely there to show his support -- he's a producer on the project. The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival in August, where it earned the Golden Lion jury award and sweeping acclaim for Phoenix's portrayal of villainous titular character. RELATED CONTENT:Joaquin Phoenix Goes Full Joker While Shooting Intense Chase SceneJoaquin Phoenix Transforms Into the Joker in First Clip of Him in Full MakeupSee First Look at Joaquin Phoenix in 'Joker' Standalone Film

Lady Gaga 'Has Real Chemistry' With Dan Horton, Ready to Dispel Bradley Cooper Rumors,
Lady Gaga shocked her Little Monsters when pics of her kissing her audio engineer, Dan Horton, were released on Tuesday. "Gaga has real chemistry with Dan," a source close to Gaga tells ET. "All the talk of Bradley was all in fun; she's ready to dispel those rumors once and for all," the source says, adding that "no one" is surprised by Gaga moving on and dating Horton. ET reported earlier this year that Gaga had no drama with Carino and that their relationship "just came to an end." RELATED CONTENT:Lady Gaga Spotted Kissing Audio Engineer Dan Horton During Brunch DateLady Gaga Talks Having Children and What She'd Like to Pass on to Them SomedayLady Gaga Launches Beauty Brand, Shares How 'Power of Makeup' Inspired Bravery & Transformation

Irina Shayk Enjoys a Day Out With 'British Vogue' Creative Director Alec Maxwell in NYC:
Irina Shayk is looking healthy and happy following her split from Bradley Cooper. On Wednesday, Shayk shared the new cover of Vogue Spain on Instagram, featuring her and fellow supermodel Adriana Lima smoldering in matching bold red lipstick looks. Shayk is newly single again after she and 44-year-old Cooper split last month after four years of dating. "Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk have had problems for a while and decided it was best to end their relationship," the source said. Shayk told the magazine that she is still optimistic about marriage.

Lady Gaga Celebrates Oscar Win and Pride Month at Intimate, Star-Studded NYC Show
Lady Gaga just returned to New York! During the concert -- which is set to air on SiriusXM Hits 1, Howard 101 and Pandora NOW over the weekend -- Gaga spoke about Pride, declaring that she thinks "Pride week should be 365 days of the year." Lambert took to Instagram following the show to share pics and videos, praising the experience as "what a way to kick off #worldpride2019." InstagramInstagramEarlier on Monday, ET caught up with Shangela, who starred alongside Gaga and Bradley Cooper in A Star Is Born and attended Mother Monster's Apollo concert, and he dished about Gaga and Cooper's onscreen chemistry. Reporting by Stacy LambeRELATED CONTENT:Shangela Talks Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga Both Being SingleAll the Times Bradley Cooper Had Off-the-Charts Chemistry With Co-StarsBradley Cooper Not Making Dating 'a Priority,' Still Has a 'Deep Friendship' With Lady Gaga, Source Says