Jenelle Riley

I wrote about growing up Asian in a small town and what it meant to see Michelle Yeoh on the big screen.

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The response to the interview I posted with Robert Duvall the other day is phenomenal and beautiful. So here's his *second* favorite story of being recognized in Texas.

I highly recommend checking out the whole @sagaftrafound convo at: youtube.com/watch?v=xhuk...

Robert Duvall called this anecdote about being recognized in Texas "my favorite story of my whole career." Full
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Academy Award-winning actor Robert Duvall dies at 95 Legendary actor Robert Duvall has passed away at the age of 95, his wife confirmed in a statement. NBC News' Chloe Melas reports on Duvall's seven-decade career, which earned multiple accolades, inclu...

A true legend. Tom Hagen. Mac Sledge. Robert E. Lee. The Apostle E.F. Gus McCrae. Lt. Kilgore. Max Mercy. THX. And especially Bull "The Great Santini" Meecham. Any one of these roles would have made him one the greats. But he was an icon.
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Began my Sunday with a Q&A with Erin Doherty. A few hours later, she won a Spirit Award. I took a nap.

Even Benicio Del Toro Wants a Selfie with Leonardo DiCaprio and Breaking Down Sensei’s Victory Dance in ‘One Battle After Another’ I have the privilege of moderating several Career Conversations for the good people at SAG-AFTRA Foundation, which gives me a chance to really get specific and nerdy about the craft of acting with som...

Celebrities really are just like us! I wrote about everything we learned from Benicio Del Toro's SAG-AFTRA Foundation Career Conversation (he's up for playing Dracula!) and how the selfie and dance came together in ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER.
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Benicio Del Toro talks about his real motivation behind that ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER SELFIE. Full
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How Matthew Inman’s Viral Cartoon ‘My Dog: The Paradox’ Came to Life as a Short Film Matthew Inman’s on the journey his viral cartoon ‘My Dog: The Paradox’ took to become a short film.

My last piece for Variety was about one of my favorite things ever - The Oatmeal's "My Dog: The Paradox" is now a wonderful short film having it's world premiere tomorrow. Thank you Matthew Inman and Rambo for this love letter to our best friends.
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Club 33 has a Valentines theme! And I inadvertently dressed perfectly!

huggy on Instagram: "s24e11 1/16/99 Host James Van Der Beek #saturdaynightlive #snlclassic #snl" 3,424 likes, 32 comments - snlreelz on December 30, 2024: "s24e11 1/16/99 Host James Van Der Beek #saturdaynightlive #snlclassic #snl".

The James Van Der Beek SNL sketch DOG SHOW lives in my head rent-free: www.instagram.com/reels/DEO3_3...

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This was amazing: Kathryn Hahn, Ted Danson, and Martin Short talking at @sagaftraFOUND. Love Martin teasing Kathryn about being rich. "I am SO LOADED."
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I know he’s got a foot on me but I think I could take David Alan Grier.

Apparently Benicio Del Toro and I will play feuding divorce lawyers in a new drama coming to CBS this fall.

At last night's Q&A, Benicio Del Toro said he suggested the "selfie" moment in ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER primarily because he wanted a photo with Leonardo DiCaprio.

My friend Donnelle—who’s not in the business—reminded me about this lively Catherine O’Hars story. TBH, I had forgotten this happened. Not because it wasn't significant but because Catherine was always generous and kind and appreciative of everyone, every time.

Two packed Q&As for Julia Ducourna’s ALPHA, coming to theaters in March. I absolutely adored this horrifying, beautiful movie - might be my favorite of hers.

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My mom, less than 3 minutes into ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER: “That is the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen.”

40 minutes later: “Jesus, she can act, too???!”

Even before his shout-out at the Globes, Stephen Graham was talking about his love for Queen Latifah and meeting her with his son. From his #SAGAFTRAFoundation Career Conversation.

Just realized Rose Byrne and Rose McIver are sister-in-laws.

Again, if you want your lead to win, it helps to cast Joe Alwyn in a supporting role.

The real winner tonight: Queen Latifah! #GoldenGlobes

Everyone looking at Seth Rogen.

Aw a win for Stellan Skargard and SENTIMENTAL VALUE - doesn't that feel nice? #GoldenGlobes2026

At our panel Friday I told Seth Rogen if he wins at the #GoldenGlobes , he *has* to say the line.

Seth: "Do I?"

I never loved the word but I accept it as a shorthand. There were just some "sure things" that, if you paid attention, were never happening.

BAFTA and Oscars embrace international much more. I think he's secure.

She's wonderful.

I'm being dead serious when I say Amanda Seyfried in THE HOUSEMAID was one of the best performances of the year - 100% understood the assignment and pulled off what was an impossible role on the page.

Variety’s 10 Actors to Watch 2025: Chase Infiniti, Miles Caton, Mari Yamamoto and More This year's honorees include Miles Caton ("Sinners"), Milly Alcock ("Supergirl"), Chase Infiniti ("One Battle After Another") and more

Congrats to Miles Caton and Chase Infiniti from @Variety 10 Actors to Watch class of '25 for their Actor Award noms!!
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