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Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jane Fonda Reveals She Wears This Unexpected Item to Bed Because She's ‘Single' at 87
NEED TO KNOW In an interview with The Times, Jane Fonda shared the unexpected item she wears to bed The actress also opened up about her personal style and gray hair Fonda first embraced her gray hair at the 2020 Academy AwardsJane Fonda isn't trying to impress anyone. In a style interview with The Times published on Saturday, July 19, the 87-year-old actress revealed what she wears to bed. 'A flannel nightgown — because I'm single,' she shared. 'I never wore them when I was with a man.' Fonda married French filmmaker Roger Vadim in 1965. During their eight-year marriage, the two lived in Paris and welcomed daughter Vanessa. The actress then wed activist Tom Hayden in 1973 and the two had son Troy Garity. In 1991, she found love again with CNN founder Ted Turner and the pair were married to for 10 years. She began dating record producer Richard Perry in 2009 and the couple split in 2017. While speaking with The Times, the Grace and Frankie star added that yoga pants are her most "treasured" item of clothing "because they are easy to put on and take off and they're comfortable." ! When asked to describe her style, Fonda used one word: "Simple!" However, she noted that her wardrobe has been more vibrant lately. "Since my hair has gone gray, I wear more color, including yellow and green," she explained. "Even I can look good in those colors, and not a lot of people can say that." Fonda first ditched her longtime blonde locks when she took the stage to present Best Picture at the 2020 Academy Awards sporting a gray pixie cut. She also wore a recycled crimson beaded Elie Saab gown she previously wore to Cannes in 2014. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. At the time, Fonda's colorist, Jack Martin, told PEOPLE she came to him with the idea of debuting her new look at the Oscars. 'She showed me her inspiration and immediately decided that I was the guy for the job,' Martin explained, adding that the actress was fearless when it came to the transformation — and that it took seven hours to achieve the 'icy silver blonde' shade. 'If you meet Ms. Fonda in person, you'll witness her strong personality and her simplicity at the same time,' the pro told PEOPLE. 'She is someone who is very far from being nervous about a hair makeover… She's the kind of person who is not afraid of change.' Read the original article on People
Axios
10-06-2025
- Business
- Axios
CNN owner Warner Bros. Discovery to split into two companies
Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company to Atlanta-based cable channels such as CNN, TBS and TNT, plans to split into two publicly traded companies, largely parting its television networks from its streaming business. Why it matters: The move announced Monday gives the company's businesses flexibility to compete while WBD manages its debt following Discovery's 2022 purchase of WarnerMedia, Axios' Sara Fischer reports. Yes, but: It's not clear how that will affect Warner Bros. Discovery's presence in metro Atlanta, where the family of companies created by local icon Ted Turner employ thousands of people. Despite mergers and the migration of most CNN operations to New York and Washington, D.C., the companies are well represented in Atlanta's civic, corporate and communities' scenes. Zoom in: WBD Streaming & Studios will comprise HBO, Warner Bros. Pictures and DC Studios; WBD Global Networks will include CNN, TNT Sports in the U.S. and Discovery. The company expects the separation will be completed by mid-2026. What they're saying: WBD said the decoupling would help both companies "be faster and more aggressive in pursuing opportunities that strengthen their competitive positions." "By operating as two distinct and optimized companies in the future, we are empowering these iconic brands with the sharper focus and strategic flexibility they need to compete most effectively in today's evolving media landscape," WBD chief executive David Zaslav said in a statement. Catch up quick: WBD has been exploring a spinoff for some time. Last December, it announced a new corporate structure that divided its linear television business from its streaming and studio businesses. The move, the company said at the time, would "enhance its strategic flexibility and create potential opportunities to unlock additional shareholder value." It had also explored mergers with cable companies like Paramount Global, but those talks never materialized. Zoom out: Amid cord-cutting, more entertainment giants are eyeing ways to offload their legacy TV assets to focus on streaming. Comcast said last year it planned to spin off NBCUniversal's cable networks into a separate, publicly traded company. That collection of assets — including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E, SYFY and Golf Channel — will be part of a corporate parent called Versant. Disney CEO Bob Iger in 2023 teased the possible sale of the firm's linear TV assets, including its broadcast network ABC, but he later suggested interest in the idea had cooled.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Why the Ultra-Wealthy Are Betting Big on America's Luxury Ranch Estates
There's a new status symbol emerging among the ultra-affluent, and it's not worn on the wrist, parked in a garage, or framed and hung on the wall. Instead, it's sprawling, outfitted with panoramic views, sometimes off-grid, and often comes with a herd or two. From Montana's high plains to the rolling scrublands of Texas, expansive ranches—some rivaling national parks in size—are being scooped up at staggering prices. What was once the domain of multigenerational farmers and cattlemen has transformed into a magnet for billionaires, celebrities, and investors chasing space and solitude. Media magnate Ted Turner owns more than a dozen ranches across half a dozen states; retired golfer Greg Norman has an almost 12,000-acre game ranch in Colorado's White River Valley; and Kanye West has two Montana ranches totaling more than 10,000 acres. More from Robb Report This 137-Acre SoCal Estate Has a Massive Car Museum. Now It Can Be Yours for $125 Million. This Historic Boston Brownstone Was Given a Modern Makeover. Now It Can Be Yours for $15.5 Million. You Can Land Your Helicopter at This $8.3 Million Private Island in Nova Scotia Legacy ranch brokers say the demand is as intense as it's ever been, with multi-thousand-acre properties changing hands both in blazes of publicity and also privately, quietly, and quickly, with per-acre pricing reaching new heights. This cultural shift isn't happening in a vacuum. A perfect storm of post-pandemic wanderlust, Hollywood romanticism, and pop culture obsession—led by smash hits like Yellowstone—has vaulted ranch life into the UHNWI mainstream. While streaming numbers for a blockbuster western TV series may not directly correlate with ranch sales, the rustic lifestyle they glamorize is undeniably fueling the market. 'We're seeing a luxury ranch renaissance unfold in real time. These properties offer more than just privacy and scale—they deliver a lifestyle rooted in adventure, legacy, and connection to the land,' Latham Jenkins, a Jackson Hole–based broker with Live Water Properties who has recently sold several guest ranches in the region, tells Robb Report. And while the cowboy aesthetic is trending, the motivations for buying are more nuanced. Though some do seek a working ranch, increasingly, these buyers aren't ranchers by trade—they're founders, financiers, and heirs who view acreage as a solid, long-term store of value. They may also seek a recreational escape, a family compound, or a hedge against economic uncertainty. There is only so much land, however, and the strong demand for ranch properties is playing out in eye-popping transactions. A 1,507-acre spread near Austin, Texas, shattered local records with a $90 million sale last year. Elsewhere, the 50-acre Lost Creek Ranch in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, operated for decades by late developer Gerald T. Halpin, sold to Thomas E. 'Teddy' Gottwald after listing at $39.5 million. Meanwhile, a Montana cattle ranch held by one family for over a century sold in 2024 for more than $50 million, making it one of the state's priciest deals, The Wall Street Journal reported. Those sales, however, look like small potatoes compared to some of last year's biggest transactions. They include the 353,000-acre Brewster Ranch in West Texas—listed for nearly $246 million and sold to the Texas General Land Office for $164.6 million—and the 62,000-acre Cañon Blanco Ranch in New Mexico, now part of billionaire Stan Kroenke's staggering 1.8 million-acre land portfolio. As younger generations move away from ranching, these rural properties are increasingly passing into the hands of outside buyers with big visions—and even bigger checkbooks. The practical appeal is also undeniable. Ranches offer space to roam, low population density, and often, income-generating potential. Many buyers are also drawn to the mix of personal sanctuary and passive investment. 'Whether it's private families seeking generational retreats or hospitality groups curating immersive experiences, demand is strong,' adds Jenkins, who represented the Halpin listing. 'You just can't replicate the access to wild landscapes and the memories made riding horses, casting flies, or simply unplugging in places like this.' For example, Hollywood's cowboy-in-chief, Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan, purchased the iconic Four Sixes Ranch in Texas—a 267,000-acre spread that appeared in the series—for a reported $350 million in 2022. He's since monetized his holdings with equestrian events, concerts, and location rentals. He reportedly leased the property to Paramount for up to $50,000 a week to film. Meanwhile, Yellowstone star Kevin Costner has also embraced the ranch lifestyle. His 160-acre Dunbar Ranch in Colorado—complete with a private lake, baseball field, and treehouses—is available to those not ready to commit to ranch ownership as a vacation rental at a whopping $36,000 per night. For those looking to own a slice of the West, Wyoming currently boasts two standout options. The 190-acre Red Hills Ranch, once owned by Senator Herb Kohl, recently returned to the market for $65 million, while just down the road, the historic Antlers Ranch—spanning more than 16,500 acres of pristine wilderness—is asking $85 million after remaining in the same family for over a century. Out in California, Steven Seagal and Kelly LeBrock's former ranch, now known as Rancho Arroyo Perdido, is on the market for a cool $14.5 million. The 190-acre spread in the Santa Ynez Valley near Santa Barbara includes a hacienda-style main house, guest and staff quarters, horse breeding and training facilities, and about 75 acres of arable farmland. Clearly, in the eyes of America's wealthiest, the West has never looked so wild—or so worthwhile. Best of Robb Report The 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in America (And How They Got to Be That Way) In Pictures: Most Expensive Properties Click here to read the full article.
The Guardian
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Kevin Spacey is back at Cannes. Not many people seem to care
Kevin Spacey's Cannes comeback is a discreet, low-key affair. The promenade is home to a gaggle of evening sunbathers while the steps to the beach club contain neither fans nor protesters. It is what is known in the trade as a soft relaunch. Spacey is guest of honour at the Better World Fund's gala dinner, where he is receiving a lifetime achievement award for 'excellence in film and television'. It marks a return to the limelight for the two-time Oscar-winner, whose career stalled after allegations of sexual assault and misconduct by more than 30 men. This is the actor's first visit to Cannes since 2016, one year before the #MeToo movement began. Inside the hotel beach club, the photographers jockey for position and complain of the party's lack of celebrity wattage. The more enterprising guests hold up their phones with their names displayed. The others risk going entirely unrecognised. 'There's no guestlist,' one photographer grumbles to his friend. 'Who even are these people?' Spacey's gala dinner is a breakaway event, not officially sanctioned by the Cannes film festival, although it takes place at the nearby Carlton hotel, the centrepiece berth for the event's A-list guests. The Better World Fund is a charitable foundation set up by the American entrepreneur Ted Turner, with a focus on the arts and a mission to 'build a more secure, prosperous world'. One of its longstanding supporters is the Indian-American film-maker Mira Nair, the director of Salaam Bombay! and Monsoon Wedding. On arriving, Nair says that she only learned of Spacey's invitation the day before. Asked if she is happy that the actor has been invited to the party, she says: 'I can say that I'm happy that I've been invited to the party. I'm happy that people are here, being honoured.' When Spacey belatedly appears on the red carpet, the photographers surge forward and knock over the cordon. Tables are upset and champagne glasses smashed. 'Thank you for coming,' he says, maintaining a stiff rictus smile, before pausing for a brief word with a TV crew. The actor ignores all further questions and is quickly steered past the gathered reporters. His gaze is fixed like a limpet on the dinner tables inside. Out on the prom, one lone demonstrator has now set up camp. Ramiro Magalhães is a Brazilian climate change activist who is in Cannes to protest against the destruction of the Amazon rainforest. He has a push-cart made up as a hospital stretcher, with the charred bough of a tree playing the role of the patient. Magalhães says he has never heard of Spacey. 'I don't know any actors,' he says. 'Is he a good actor?' Spacey, 65, is in Cannes for business as well as pleasure. He is starring in a low-budget independent thriller, The Awakening, that is being sold to foreign buyers inside the festival's Marché du Film. The Awakening's writer, producer and star, Matt Hookings, this week told reporters the actor's attendance at the gala dinner was part of a 'guerrilla marketing' campaign to promote the film. 'If anyone speaks to him, he could say he's in Cannes and receiving an award,' Hookings said. 'But he's also here with The Awakening, so the film gets plugged.' Inside the beach club, the guests take their seats for the dinner. Spacey will be hoping that the gala signals a new dawn. But out on the beach the sun was going down.
Sydney Morning Herald
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
10 iconic films that are finally streaming in Australia
I have a ritual when a new streaming service launches in Australia: I try to find the oldest movie available. Mostly I am disappointed. Classic Hollywood movies, very broadly from the introduction of the 'talkies' in the late 1920s through to late 1960s, are deeply under-represented in the streaming age (and other cinematic cultures, such as Japan or France, are essentially non-existent). Loading Timeless filmmaking just isn't a priority for commercial streaming services. If you search on Netflix, for example, the oldest movies in their 'classics' section are just two Hollywood releases from the 1960s – the 1966 western The Professionals and the 1969 counterculture salvo Easy Rider. Calling that minute selection tokenistic would be generous. But when Max launched at the start of this month I finally found satisfaction. Among the assets of Max's parent company, Warner Bros Discovery, is Turner Classic Movies (TCM). Launched in 1994 as a cable channel by media mogul Ted Turner, TCM holds the rights to significant Hollywood feature film libraries. TCM has its own hub on Max, debuting in Australia with approximately 100 initial titles and plans to add more. That number is just a drop in the ocean, but it's still a promising start and a terrific collection in itself. Whether you're unfamiliar with classic Hollywood movies or rediscovering the long unavailable works of iconic stars and celebrated directors, there's already much to enjoy on TCM. Here are 10 recommendations to get you under way. An American in Paris (1951) Culminating in a magical 17-minute dance sequence where stars Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron high-step their way through 44 different sets, this stylised Hollywood musical was a best picture winner at the Academy Awards. With Kelly as the expatriate artist caught between a wealthy older woman (Nina Foch) and an ingenue (Caron), the story is familiar, but every technical aspect is inspired, and the stars give off sparks. For fans of: La La Land. Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (1966) Fresh from Broadway, Mike Nichols captured every lacerating verbal blow in his adaptation of Edward Albee's play about sparring married adversaries (Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton) who bring a younger couple (George Segal and Sandy Dennis) into their alcohol-soaked world of mutual torment and shattered illusions. Marriage is a crucible in this chamber piece where every edge cuts to the bone. For fans of: Big Little Lies, Sharp Objects. Rebel Without a Cause (1955) The film that invented the teenager. 'That's a new disease,' Natalie Wood's high school student Judy notes after meeting James Dean's disaffected fellow student, Jim. Nicholas Ray's potent melodrama turns the coming-of-age tale into a troubled quest to stay afloat amidst parental condemnation and exploitative peers. Dean's brooding performance is the definition of iconic. For fans of: The O.C., Heartbreak High. Dial M for Murder (1954) This knotty crime thriller, which boasts a fascinating and unexpected performance from Grace Kelly, is generally not considered a top-tier Alfred Hitchcock film, but the film's mordant humour and sharply visual storytelling have aged exceptionally well. Ray Milland's cold-hearted former professional athlete plots to have his unfaithful wife (Kelly) murdered to get the insurance money, but his plan goes awry. For fans of: Killing Eve, Fargo. Loading Adam's Rib (1949) Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy were one of Hollywood's great screen couples, and this pithy, prescient romantic-comedy about married New York lawyers on either side of a hot-button case involving adultery is a standout collaboration. George Cukor's direction leans into the high-spirited, making for a battle of the sexes that highlights the feisty, fertile dynamic between the two leads. For fans of: LA Law, Suits. A Clockwork Orange (1971) Withdrawn from circulation for decades following controversy about its subject and copycat crimes upon release, Stanley Kubrick's dystopian drama about the criminal journey of a bored British teenager (Malcolm McDowell's Alex) is the director indulging both his cold eye for violence and a satirical approach that is particularly uncompromising. The crime comes with punishment (and plenty of Beethoven), as Kubrick works over the audience's sympathies. For fans of: Fight Club. Gaslight (1944) Yes, it's the movie that inspired the now much-used term. Ingrid Bergman plays a wife psychologically tormented by her gold-digging husband (Charles Boyer), who uses false accusations, conniving interpretations and blanket denials to dislodge her sanity. Marital bliss is a cruel illusion in this mix of noir menace and haunted house unease, and Bergman gives a full-blooded performance as a woman taken to her absolute limits. Ninotchka (1939) This witty, urbane screwball comedy where personal pleasure proves too much for state ideology has a timeless appeal. Greta Garbo, the sternest of Hollywood leading ladies, plays a Soviet commissar sent to Paris to fix a trade deal gone awry. But she comes up against a charmingly dissolute Russian exile (Melvyn Douglas), whose attempts to sabotage her mission turns into a livewire romantic attraction. Loading For fans of: Bridgerton, Gilmore Girls. The Maltese Falcon (1941) In the legendary John Huston's directorial debut, Humphrey Bogart plays Sam Spade, a San Francisco private eye who gets caught up in the murderous competition between rivals pursuing the priceless titular artifact. It's a tight, coolly executed crime thriller, with a memorable supporting cast of nefarious contenders, each of whom is open to negotiation and a double-cross. Greed's corrupting force has rarely been so entertaining. For fans of: Perry Mason. The Searchers (1956) TCM has some excellent westerns, but I can't go past John Ford's compelling collaboration with John Wayne, which took the leading man's stoic heroism and turned it into vengeful self-loathing. Wayne plays a Civil War veteran whose niece (once again, Natalie Wood) is kidnapped by Native Americans – he spends years in a brutal pursuit, even as his motivation darkens. The final shot is an all-time heartbreaker.
