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Brooks and Pullman to Reveal Oscars 2026 Nominations; Casting Directors Eligible for Trophy

Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman will unveil the 98th Academy Awards nominations from the Academy’s Beverly Hills headquarters at 8:30 a.m. ET, with the ceremony on March 15 airing on ABC and Hulu; for the first time, casting directors (up to two per film) will be eligible for a trophy. The nominations will stream on ABC, Disney+, TikTok and YouTube, Conan O’Brien will host, and the telecast is expected to run longer as the academy fights to keep the Oscars relevant amid declining viewership, with a move to YouTube planned for 2029.

via The New York Times|

#castingdirectors #daniellebrooks #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Danielle Brooks Undergoes Physical Therapy Amidst 'Color Purple' Filming Challenges"

Danielle Brooks, who reprised her role as Sofia in the film adaptation of "The Color Purple," revealed that she required physical therapy after filming an intense arrest scene. The scene, which took two days to shoot, was physically demanding and led to Brooks injuring her back. Despite the challenges, Brooks emphasized her commitment to embodying the character fully, using her entire body to portray Sofia's experiences. The film has been successful at the box office and has received critical acclaim, with co-star Fantasia Barrino earning a Golden Globe nomination for her role as Celie.

via BuzzFeed News|

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entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Danielle Brooks Undergoes Physical Therapy Following Intense 'Color Purple' Scene"

Danielle Brooks reflects on her journey from high school to a Golden Globe nomination for her role as Sofia in "The Color Purple," a part she first played on Broadway. She shares an emotional reunion with her Juilliard classmate Corey Hawkins, who plays her husband Harpo in the film. Brooks discusses the lessons of humility and patience learned through her career, her gratitude for Hawkins' support, and the significance of celebrating multiple Black actresses succeeding simultaneously in the industry.

via USA TODAY|

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