Ed Limato: The Nicest Shark in Hollywood

Ed Limato was a rarity in Hollywood — an agent who was genuinely liked by his clients and colleagues.

The 5 Best Oscars Acceptance Speeches

We look at five of history's most moving Oscar acceptance speeches.

Elia Kazan, Starmaker

In the 1950s and ‘60s, there were few better stepping stones to movie stardom than getting the attention of director Elia Kazan.

Actors Making Statements

Celebrity is a powerful thing in our world. Many actors and actresses use their fame to advance the causes and political positions they care about. It's not unusual to hear a movie star voice an opinion on current events or to see one prominently featured on a charitable organization's advertising. A celebrity endorsement can do a lot for a cause, and it's usually easy for a star to pitch in by loaning their face and words to the fight

Steven Hill (1922–2016), Law & Order star

Actor played DA Adam Schiff on TV's "Law & Order."

Bernardo Bertolucci (1941–2018), Oscar-winning Italian director

Acclaimed films include “The Last Emperor” and “Last Tango in Paris.”

John Saxon (1936–2020), actor who starred in “Enter the Dragon,” “A Nightmare on Elm Street”

John Saxon was an actor known for roles in films including “Enter the Dragon” alongside and two of “A Nightmare on Elm Street” movies.

Sacheen Littlefeather (1946–2022), activist who declined Marlon Brando’s Oscar

Sacheen Littlefeather was an actress and Native American activist who made news when she appeared at the 1973 Academy Awards to decline Oscar.

Miiko Taka (1925–2023), star of “Sayonara”

Miiko Taka was an actress who starred opposite in “Sayonara” and appeared in “Shōgun.”