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Nicky Katt Died By Suicide, Family Confirms; ‘Dazed & Confused’ Star Discovered On April 8 In Apartment

UPDATED with Medical Examiner confirmation,12:41PM:Nicky Katttook his own life, the actors family says. He died by suicide after battling with depressionone that he fought bravely but quietly. Mental illness is real, it is powerful, and it is often invisible. Nicky KattGary Miller/FilmMagic Read the full statement from Katts family below. TheDazed and Confusedactor was found dead in his Burbank apartment on April 8. The 54-year-old Katt died by hanging, law enforcement sources tell us....

Nicky Katt Tributes From Directors Linklater, McQuarrie, Robert Rodriguez, David Gordon Green, Adam Goldberg & More

His family confirmed on Monday, April 14, that Kattdied by suicideearlier this month. The first name Nicky was suggested to him by the comedic actor Harvey Korman. His early film appearances included Joe DantesGremlinsandThe Burbs. Nicky Katt in ‘Boiler Room’Everett Though a large group, the cast stayed friends for many years, often reuniting in later productions. While often cast as the heavy, he worked steadily as a character actor. Katts final film appearance was in SoderberghsBehind the Candelabra....

Runway AI Tools To Be Used By Pablo And Juan De Dios Larraín’s Production Company Fabula In New Team-Up

Commercial production will be another arena for AI. Fabula has produced commercials for brands like Nissan, Santander and Samsung. Hodierne is using Runway tools to help capture locations in the Andes and other remote areas. (L-R) Pablo and Juan De Dios Larrain, co-founders of Fabula, which inked a partnership with AI firm RunwayGetty Images/Runway Runway tools have already been used across Fabulas portfolio. Getting to experiment with these tools has been tremendously exciting, he said....

Sean Baker Produced Taiwanese Drama ‘Left-Handed Girl’ By Long-Time Collaborator Shih-Ching Tsou Set For Cannes Critics’ Week

The Taipei-set drama was announced on Monday ashaving being selected for competitionin Cannes parallel section Critics Week. She also made her acting debut in the film. The multi-hyphenate filmmaker also produced Bakers next featureThe Florida Project. Shih-Ching Tsou, Sean BakerGetty Images Left-Handed Girlmarks Tsous first feature and is co-written, edited and produced by Baker. The film was edited by Sean. Paris-based Le Pacte is handling international sales.

Serena Williams Executive Producing ‘Carrie Soto Is Back’ Tennis Drama Series In Works At Netflix

Fittingly, tennis greatSerena Williamsis set to executive produce the project from Fifth Season and Picturestart. A rep for the streamer declined comment. But by the time she retires from tennis, she is the best player the world has ever seen. Serena Williams and the book ‘Carrie Soto Is Back: A Novel’ by Taylor Jenkins ReidChristopher Polk/Getty Images In spite of it all, Carrie Soto is back for one epic final season to be remembered....

South Korean Content Second Only To U.S. In Netflix’s Global Viewership — Ampere Report

In 2023, Netflix unveiled its four-year$2.5B commitmentto South Korean content. This outpaces content from other major Netflix markets, including the UK, Japan, and Spain. The majority of these titles were produced bylocal entertainment conglomerate CJ ENM. ‘Squid Game’Netflix

Taylor Ann Green Exits Bravo’s ‘Southern Charm’ After Four Seasons

Taylor Ann Green is exitingSouthern Charmafter being featured on theBravoseries for four seasons. Ahead of Season 11 filming, thereality TVpersonality has confirmed she will not continue with the show. A wild rollercoaster but an incredible one to say the least. Taylor Ann Green of ‘Southern Charm’Michelle Watt/Bravo All my love, she added. On her latest season, Green clashed with newbie Salley Carson. Greens exit follows Leva Bonaparte, who confirmed shewould not return toSouthern Charmafter four seasons....

The Party Film Sales Boards Cannes Critics’ Week Title ‘Reedland’ As Drama Breaks Hiatus For Dutch-Language Features On Croisette

While he takes care of his granddaughter, he sets out on a quest to track down evil. But darkness can thrive in unexpected places. Non-professional actor Gerrit Knobbe makes his big screen debut as Johan, alongside young newcomer Lois Reinders. ReedlandViking Film Slot is joined on the production by coproducers Dries Phlypo for A Private View and broadcaster VPRO. The film will be released in France by The Jokers.

Vera Farmiga Joins Walden Media’s ‘Billion Dollar Spy’ Opposite Russell Crowe & Harry Lawtey

EXCLUSIVE:Oscar-nominated actressVera Farmigais boardingWalden Medias Cold War thrillerBillion Dollar Spyopposite Russell Crowe and Harry Lawtey. Cameras are about to roll. BAFTA winner Amma Asante is directing. Vera FarmigaMichael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images Jane Hooks and Naia Cucukov are executive producers. Pioneer Stillking Films Ildiko Kemeny, David Minkowski and Ferenc Szale will serve as co-producers. Hanway Films is handling international sales. CAA Media Finance is handling domestic rights. Shell reprise that role in the upcomingThe Conjuring: Last Ritesdue out September 5....

Wheelhouse’s Glenn Hugill Says ‘Million Dollar Secret’ Producer Prepping Several Splashy Deals & Projects With Digital Talent: “Creators Aren’t Just Influencers Anymore… They’re Media Empires”

Its got huge creators and a structure that involves live, structured and reality, he explained. We know how to scale creator-led IP without losing the voice of that creator. And we have already signed some deals and have some deals in the pipeline that were hoping to close. ‘Million Dollar Secret’Netflix The company has alsoteamed withThe Rest is Historypodcast studio Goalhangerto make TV versions of its IP. More than ever, Hugill added, the barriers between YouTube creators and traditional TV are breaking down....

Xochitl Gomez & Maite Perroni Set For Musical Feature ‘No Te Olvides’

Production is set to start in the fall. Perroni will play the role of Celestina. The project reps the inaugural feature from Estradas purpose-driven entertainment and wellness development company, Con Ganas. Xochitl Gomez and Maite PerroniMichael Buckner/Getty Images/Courtesy Kristina Rivera produces alongside Estrada, with Peter and Fernando Bandera of Bandera Brothers Entertainment serving as executive producers. Upcoming, she will star opposite Bill Hader in Warner Bros. Animation movieThe Cat in the Hat, which is set to release March 2026....

‘Big Bang’ Universe Collides As Simon Helberg & Raegan Revord Join Melissa Rauch On NBC’s ‘Night Court’

Fox episode from the original series. Other guest stars include Michael Urie and Ryan Hansen. The back-to-back episodes and what to expect can be found below. Simon Helberg and Raegan RevordWilliam Callan/Allan Avendano Dan (John Larroquette) and Julianne (Wendie Malick) balk at the idea that theyve become friends. A surprise appearance by a mysterious stranger turns Abbys world upside down. The series also stars Nyambi Nyambi as Wyatt Shaw. Melissa Rauch and Simon Helberg in ‘The Big Bang Theory’Cliff Lipson / CBS / courtesy Everett Collection...

‘Captain America’s Anthony Mackie Teases ‘Avengers: Doomsday’: “It’s Going To Give The Audience That Old Marvel Feeling”

Anthony Mackieis set to reprise his superhero role in the upcomingAvengers: Doomsday. I feel with the script and having the Russo brothers back, its going to be great. Its going to give the audience that old Marvel feeling that they always had. Anthony MackieDimitrios Kambouris / Getty Images / Eli Ade / Marvel / Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures / Courtesy Everett Collection Mackie joined the MCU as Sam Wilson (Falcon) in 2014sCaptain America: The Winter Soldier....