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Chris Gardner

Award-winning journalist Chris Gardner serves as a Senior Staff Writer at The Hollywood Reporter. For a decade, he wrote Rambling Reporter, a legendary column that dates back to the first issue of the magazine, published Sept. 3, 1930. In addition to writing about Hollywood culture, Gardner moves between breaking news, event coverage, talent interviews and features. He has covered the Oscars, Emmys, Golden Globes and Grammys, film festivals like Cannes, Sundance and Toronto, and cultural events including the Super Bowl. He has won a National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Award, four Los Angeles Press Club Awards, a SoCal Journalism Award and been nominated for a Daytime Creative Arts Emmy Award.

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‘Reacher’ Star Alan Ritchson Went to School With Matt Gaetz and Is Not a Fan: “We’re Adversaries”

In a new GQ profile, Ritchson ponders a future in politics and tries to make sense of his Christian critics: "I doubt that's going to be part of the conversation when I'm standing at the pearly gates!"

Oprah Winfrey, Selena Gomez Among New Oscars Presenters With Nick Offerman on Board as Show Announcer

The lineup of new presenters set to take the Oscars stage on March 2 also includes Willem Dafoe, Goldie Hawn, Ben Stiller, Sterling K. Brown, Joe Alwyn, Lily-Rose Depp, Ana de Armas and Connie Nielsen.

Molly Shannon’s New Role: Honorary Chair at the Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica

The awards show, taking place Saturday in Santa Monica, will also feature presenters Carrie Coon, Danielle Deadwyler, Walton Goggins, Kathryn Hahn, Alana Haim, Patti LuPone and Natasha Lyonne.

Jennifer Lopez, Troye Sivan to Headline WorldPride Music Festival in Washington D.C.

The 50th anniversary event, set for June 6-7 at Washington D.C.'s RFK Festival Grounds, will feature RuPaul, Paris Hilton, Tinashe, Kim Petras, Zedd, Raye, Rita Ora, Grimes, Marina, Sofi Tukker and more.

People and Audi Team to Host SAG Awards Afterparty at L.A.’s Shrine Auditorium

The gala, held immediately following the 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards, will feature bites by David Chang, beats by celebrity DJ Michelle Pesce and a special engraving station for winners.

Guy Pearce Gets Choked Up Recalling Troubling Encounters With Kevin Spacey While Filming ‘L.A. Confidential’: “He Targeted Me, No Question”

The 'Brutalist' actor got candid about how the #MeToo movement led to a wake-up call: "I broke down and sobbed, and I couldn't stop. I think it really dawned on me the impact that had occurred."

Edward Enninful Teams With Sister Akua to Launch Global Media Company EE72

The veteran fashion and media insider says despite the "divided" world, now is the right time for such a company: "I feel like it's time that we all come together, work together, create together."

Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Ashley Park, Andrew Rannells Brave Rain to See ‘Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends’

Despite a wet night in Los Angeles, The Hollywood Reporter spotted stars, producers and industry insiders inside Center Theatre Group's Ahmanson Theatre for the opening night showing featuring a cast of Broadway stars.

Henry Cavill Makes Time for New Role as Ambassador for Luxury Watch Brand Longines

"What draws me to Longines is their understated elegance," Cavill says in a statement. The veteran actor will soon travel to the headquarters in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, for a closer look at the Swiss watchmaker.

Couture-Clad Lady Gaga Fights Back Tears Eating Spicy Wings on ‘Hot Ones’ With Sean Evans

The superstar singer tried her best to keep a poker face, but when the heat level progressed to Da Bomb hot sauce, she fought back tears and quipped, "Is this safe?"

Willie Geist, Leslie Jones and Matt Rogers Teaming for ‘SNL50: The Red Carpet’ Special

Also announced on Thursday, Cher, Lauryn Hill, Dave Grohl, Snoop Dogg, St. Vincent and Wyclef Jean have joined the party of performers for the SNL50: The Homecoming Concert at Radio City Music Hall.

What’s Inside Distinctive Assets’ “Everyone Wins” Gift Bags (Including Swag Items for Wildfire Relief)

"We give these gifts not based on the recipients' need but out of a desire to brighten someone's day and to acknowledge a job well done," says Distinctive Assets founder Lash Fary.