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Sam Neill

New Zealand Cinema Wouldn’t Be the Same Without Sam Neill

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From 'Sleeping Dogs' to 'Cinema of Unease' to 'Hunt for the Wilderpeople', Sam Neill changed New Zealand cinema forever

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Bryan Adams and Natalie Imbruglia Are Touring Australia Together

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Sam Neill shared that he is cancer-free after almost five years fighting the disease.

‘A Giant of the Screen’: ‘Jurassic World’ Director, ANZ Politicians Pay Tribute to Sam Neill After Death

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Teyana Taylor Thanks Jay-Z After Performing Together at ‘Iconic’ Yankee Stadium Finale

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By Charisma Madarang

Teyana Taylor reflected on her career and thanked Jay-Z a day after sharing the stage with him during his final night of his Yankee Stadium residency

In My Room with Pamela

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By Lauren McNamara

Sydney indie-pop duo Pamela's debut EP has finally arrived. They've celebrated with a high energy In My Room session for Rolling Stone AU/NZ

Jack Scarlett White

Jack White Performs the White Stripes’ 1999 Track ‘Cannon’ With Daughter Scarlett

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By Charisma Madarang

Jack White made it a family affair during his performance at the Brooklyn Paramount over the weekend

Madonna Reflects on ‘Confessions II’ Success: ‘Words Cannot Express How Grateful and Surprised I Am’

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By Charisma Madarang

Madonna said she was 'grateful and surprised' after her hotly anticipated 'Confessions II' debuted in the top spot on the Billboard 200

Levon Helm

Levon Helm’s Family Embroiled in Dispute Over His Famed Woodstock Venue

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By Jon Blistein

Levon Helm's daughter, Amy, was ousted from Levon Helm Studios amid a dispute with her stepmother, Sandra, over the future of the venue

Jennifer Finch

L7 Bassist Jennifer Finch Diagnosed With Brain Cancer

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By Jon Blistein

The family and friends of Jennifer Finch have started a GoFundMe after the of L7 bassist and photographer was diagnosed with brain cancer

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Lindsey Graham and Donald Trump

Trump Dings Lindsey Graham for Briefly Opposing Him Over Jan. 6

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Donald Trump's response to Lindsey Graham's death has been chaotic, including dinging the late South Carolina senator for his response to Jan. 6.

Sam Neill shared that he is cancer-free after almost five years fighting the disease.

‘A Giant of the Screen’: ‘Jurassic World’ Director, ANZ Politicians Pay Tribute to Sam Neill After Death

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By Conor Lochrie

Tributes from Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond are starting to flood in for Neill, who has passed away at the age of 78

Revolver Upstairs

Inside the Push to Save Australia’s Grassroots Nightlife

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By Rolling Stone

In the face of economic pressures, Australia's independent clubs and community venues are under threat.

Lindsey Graham

Lindsey Graham, Longtime South Carolina Senator, Dead at 71

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Lindsey Graham, the longtime Republican senator from South Carolina, has died at the age of 71

Learnmore Jonasi

Comic Fends Off ‘Frivolous’ $27 Million Lawsuit Over ‘Lion King’ Joke, Will Seek Legal Fees

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By Nancy Dillon

A judge dismissed $27 million defamation lawsuit over a comedic translation of the Zulu chant in 'Circle of Life' from Disney's 'The Lion King'

Nolan

Nolan Wells’ Family Demands ‘Thorough’ Investigation: Death ‘Does Not Make Sense’

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By Elisabeth Garber-paul & Daniel Kreps

The family of Nolan Wells, lawyer Ben Crump, and Rev. Al Sharpton held a press conference Friday demanding a 'thorough' investigation into his death

Video

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CLYPSO Goes Behind the Scenes of The Making of Her ‘Storm’ Video

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CLYPSO Goes Behind the Scenes of The Making of Her ‘Storm’ Video

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Tired Lion Go Behind the Scenes of New Album, ‘Breakfast for Pathetics’

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‘The First Time’ With E^ST

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Movies

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The Final Conflict

Sam Neill Played a U.S. Politician and the Antichrist — in the Same Role

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He did everything from Aussie indies to Hollywood blockbusters. But Neill's turn as the son of Satan may be the ultimate testament to his talents

Sam Neill

New Zealand Cinema Wouldn’t Be the Same Without Sam Neill

Posted in: Movie Features

By Conor Lochrie

From 'Sleeping Dogs' to 'Cinema of Unease' to 'Hunt for the Wilderpeople', Sam Neill changed New Zealand cinema forever

Ali G

Sacha Baron Cohen Returns as Ali G, Tries to Sell Weed at Wimbledon

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By Jon Blistein

Sacha Baron Cohen showed up at Wimbledon over the weekend as Ali G following reports he'd filmed a new movie as his famous character

Sam Neill, Laura Dern and Steven Spielberg filming Jurassic Park

Steven Spielberg and Laura Dern Praise ‘Jurassic Park’ Star Sam Neill After Death

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By Conor Lochrie

Neill's family confirmed his death in a statement shared on social media yesterday

New Zealand Screen Legend Sam Neill Dies at 78

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By Lauren McNamara

Beloved New Zealand actor Sam Neill has died aged 78, his family confirmed in a statement on social media today

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Australian Box Office: ‘Moana’ Debuts at No. 1

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By Lauren McNamara

Disney's live-action 'Moana' has sailed straight to the top of the Australian box office

TV

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Jon Stewart

Jon Stewart Takes Aim at Trump’s Reaction to Lindsey Graham’s Death

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By Emily Zemler

Jon Stewart addressed Donald Trump's reaction to the death of Lindsey Graham on the latest episode of 'The Daily Show'

Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande Drops Out of ‘American Horror Story’ Season 13 Due to Touring

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By Daniel Kreps

Ariana Grande was forced to withdraw from her role on the upcoming season of 'American Horror Story' reportedly due to her tour schedule

Portlandia

Carrie Brownstein and Fred Armisen to Revisit ‘Portlandia’ With Rewatch Podcast

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By Daniel Kreps

Carrie Brownstein and Fred Armisen will revisit 'Portlandia' with a new podcast where the duo rewatch episodes of the beloved IFC comedy series

Emmy snubs

Emmy Nominations 2026: Biggest Snubs and Surprises

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By Ct Jones & David Fear

Snubs and surprises in the 2026 Emmy nominations including Jeremy Allen White, 'Stranger Things,' 'Industry,' Chase Infiniti, and more

Hacks

‘Hacks’ Final Season Just Set a Jaw-Dropping Record for Emmy Nominations

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'Hacks' just set the record for the most Emmy nominations for a single season of a comedy series

All Her Fault

Emmy Nominations 2026: ‘Hacks’ and ‘The Pitt’ Lead, Sarah Snook & More Also Nominated

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By Jon Blistein

The 2026 Emmy Award nominations have officially been revealed today, which includes Australia's own Sarah Snook

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