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In celebration of her birthday, Barbie is also making a donation in Cox's name to TransFamilySOS, a nonprofit that is on a mission to create a more gender affirming and accepting community.

Laverne Cox brought up Jada Pinkett Smith's relationship with August Alsina, which she called an "entanglement" on "Red Table Talk."

Celebrities like Alexandra Daddario and Cate Blanchett opted to wear gowns with bold cutouts and daring slits.

Shonda Rhimes follows “Bridgerton” with her second series for Netflix.

HBO and HBO Max have beaten Netflix to be the top contender at the GLAAD Media Awards with 19 nominations, landing the bulk of its nods for TV shows like “Hacks,” “The Other Two” and “The Sex Lives of College Girls.”.

It's a year of diversity and firsts in the nominations for the 73rd Emmy Awards.

Steven Yeun, Nathan Lane, Issa Rae, Robert Pattinson, Janet Jackson, Leslie Odom Jr. and Laverne Cox are among the artists being invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

Casting a straight actor in landmark gay role isn't a misstep. It's a recognition of shared struggle.

Cox told Access in 2018 that she met her ex on Tinder. Despite the split, the Orange Is the New Black actress said, “You have to be on the apps to be in the game." Laverne CoxRandy Shropshire/Getty

Laverne Cox will host the network's "Live From E!" which covers Hollywood's biggest events including the Grammys and Oscars.

The actress was honored by Planned Parenthood of New York City at Tuesday night's gala

Travis Scott, the rapper famous for his string of stylish hip-hop hits, from “SICKO MODE” to “Goosebumps,” and for the wild mosh pits at his concerts, has been flexing his philanthropic arms.

This combination photo shows actress Michaela Coel, from left, Andra Day, Cynthia Erivo, Whoopi Goldberg and Zendaya. Essence announced on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, that the actresses are among the honorees at this year's Essence Black Women in Hollywood event. (AP Photo)LOS ANGELES – Whoopi Goldberg, Andra Day and Zendaya will be among the honorees at this year's Essence Black Women in Hollywood event, which will be livestreamed during Oscars week for the first time this year. Essence on Tuesday announced the honorees for the 14th annual ceremony on April 22. In addition to the Emmy-, Grammy-, Oscar- and Tony-winner Goldberg and “Euphoria” star Zendaya, they include actor, singer and songwriter Cynthia Erivo and actor Michaela Coel.

This image released by Focus Features shows Carey Mulligan, left, Emerald Fennell and Laverne Cox on the set of "Promising Young Woman." (Focus Features via AP)NEW YORK – Chloé Zhao and Emerald Fennell have been nominated for outstanding directorial achievement by the Directors Guild of America, marking the first time two women have ever competed for the guild's top honor. The 73rd Annual DGA Awards, considered a strong indicator of directing honors at the Academy Awards, announced nominees Tuesday. The Directors Guild Awards will be held virtually April 10. ___This story corrects the date of the Directors Guild Awards to April 10.

In this video grab issued Sunday, Feb. 28, 2021, by NBC, Jane Fonda accepts the Cecil B. deMille Award at the Golden Globe Awards. (NBC via AP)LOS ANGELES – Just like in her career, Jane Fonda used the Golden Globes’ platform to speak on deeper issues calling for greater diversity in Hollywood while praising the “community of storytellers” as she accepted the Cecil B. DeMille Award. While wearing an all-white suit, Fonda raised the Globes’ highest honor above her head Sunday before commending storytellers for their vital role in troubled times. She is the daughter of Oscar winner Henry Fonda, who died in 1982, and sister of Peter Fonda, who died in 2019. She launched IndieCollect’s Jane Fonda Fund for Women Directors, an organization aimed to support the restoration of films helmed by women from around the world.

And they were ready, style wise, as the Globes split hosts, with Amy Poehler at the Beverly Hilton and Tina Fey at the Rainbow Room in New York. Backstage after the show, Sudeikis told reporters he owns a multitude of hoodies but chose the one emblazoned with “Forward” on the front and “Listen + Lead” on the back as fitting for the unusual night. “I wanted to feel festive and go for it,” she told NBC. Sarah Paulson held her little black pooch on screen and Emma Corrin's fluffy white cat grabbed a moment for itself. AdLydia Marks, a New York set decorator, told The Associated Press the evening's technical challenges were many.

The film was nominated for seven Independent Film Spirit Awards including one for best feature. The 36th annual Spirit Awards, like most awards shows during the pandemic, are adjusting to the difficult circumstances. Eliza Hittman's “Never Rarely Sometimes Always,” a Pennsylvania's teen's odyssey in getting an abortion, racked up nominations for best feature film, best director and best female lead for Sidney Flanigan. Chloe Zhoe's “Nomadland,” starring Frances McDormand, scored five nods, including best feature, best director and best female lead for McDormand. None of the nominees for best feature film were directed by a white male.

(Tobin Yellan/Hulu via AP)LOS ANGELES – Several scenes in the film “Bad Hair” were so horrifying that some cast members initially second-guessed their own use of hair weave or extensions. The dark comedy horror is “only a film," they say, but the story’s underlying messages of harmful hair weave and false beauty standards for Black women had a lasting effect. Ultimately, she discovers that her newly installed hair is possessed, taking over her body and causing harm to others. A weave is a popular method where hair wefts are sewn onto braided hair and styled in any manner. He said the writing process started with talking to some of his closest friends who are Black women.

This image released by Hulu shows Ramy Youssef in a scene from "Ramy." Nominations for the next Emmy Awards will be announced on Tuesday, July 28. Last year's best series winners Game of Thrones and Fleabag called it a wrap, clearing the path for others to prevail. The Handmaids Tale, which took the best drama trophy in 2017, is vying for its third nomination in the category. Big Little Lies, last year's winner for best limited series, is hunting for a drama series nod for its second season.

Peoples’ film will debut Friday on-demand on Juneteenth, the annual holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. “Miss Juneteenth” isn’t about that history but the contemporary African American struggle to remain in the middle class. — AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSICBob Dylan: It’s been eight years since the legend Bob Dylan released an album of original material. Neil Young: Neil Young also has a new album out on Friday, though he finished it 45 years ago. And two days later on Father’s Day, Legend will host the variety special “John Legend and Family: A Bigger Love Father’s Day” (ABC, 8 p.m. EDT).

At the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards, stars took advantage of the spotlight to make a few political statements. Step out of line!The speech was met with rapturous applause as she walked off stage with her trophy. 8, Title VII, Supreme Court, her handbag reads, referring to the upcoming decision the court has to make about workplace discrimination. Check out all the fashions, from princess gowns to timeless looks, at the 2019 Emmys below. Jameela Jamil, Brittany Snow and More Stars Channel Disney Princesses at Emmy Awards 2019Emmys 2019: Watch ET Live on the Red Carpet

Janet Mock, Our Lady J and Silas Howard just made Emmy history. When the nominees for the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards were announced on Tuesday, Howard, Mock, Our Lady J and the entire Pose team made a significant breakthrough for transgender representation on TV. She also remains the only openly transgender person to ever be nominated for a primetime acting Emmy. I actually expected that this year I would no longer be the only trans person nominated for an Acting Emmy. I actually expected that this year I would no longer be the only trans person nominated for an Acting Emmy.

Laverne Cox and her boyfriend of two years, Kyle Draper, have parted ways. Draper writes on a clear pane before them Fell in love, as Cox stands nearby in an evening gown. We decided we should make a public statement since our relationship was public in ways neither of us anticipated. That hope, the hope for love has not waned for me in the face of this breakup but rather is fortified. We both want a breakup that honors and respects the quality of our relationship and the love we shared.

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Laverne Cox talks trailblazing role in "Orange is the New Black," Emmy nomination Laverne Cox is the first transgender woman ever nominated for an acting Emmy. The actress joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to discuss her nomination and her role in the Netflix series, "Orange is the New Black."