A 1975 musical comedy-horror cult classic from Jim Sharman, created by Richard O’Brien.
Matthew Rhys has become the first actor to win two leading-actor Emmys in a single night, taking both the limited series and comedy lead actor trophies for The Beast in Me and Widow’s Bay, while Widow’s Bay dominates the ceremony with 14 wins. Rhea Seehorn and Jean Smart also secure major acting honours across drama and comedy categories.
Tim Curry has died at his Los Angeles home on 25 August at age 80, his longtime manager Marcia Hurwitz has confirmed. The English actor had been wheelchair‑bound after a major 2012 stroke and had a history of kidney cancer; the death certificate lists those conditions as contributing factors. He had originated Dr Frank‑N‑Furter in The Rocky Horror Show and enjoyed a six‑decade career across stage, film and voice work.
Oscar winner Susan Sarandon says studios are still avoiding her because of her outspoken support for Palestinians. At Venice, she notes shifts in public opinion but reports ongoing gatekeeping by agencies and studios despite her new film, The Echo Chamber.