The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Storyrecap: 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'

But Donatella does publicity for the brand and knows the world still isnt kind to openly gay men. She sees Antonio as a climber and a leech; the family business should concern only family. He has two friends there, he explains, and they owe him money. Credit: Ray Mickshaw/FX The voice on the phone sighs and seems to reluctantly answer in the affirmative. And then behind the clothes: a collage of Gianni Versace, including that inevitableAdvocateinterview....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 284 words · Stephen Matthews

The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Storyrecap: 'Manhunt'

At first glance, a viewer might mistake the sick bodies for theirs. What is Versace without you? It is you, he replies. Credit: Jeff Daly/FX How was Antonio supposed to protect him from ear cancer?). Antonio asks for basic respect but Donatella balks. He gave her brother neither children nor safety. Versace pleads for all three of them to be a family, but things seem prickly at best. He is gone, Antonio....

May 1, 2025 · 4 min · 699 words · Laurie Davis

The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Storyrecap: 'The House by the Lake'

David is on the phone with his company and learns that hell be able to give a big presentation. Im so happy for you, Cunanan says with ice in his voice. As an actor, Criss has mastered the inexplicably creepy mannerisms of a killer. Credit: Ray Mickshaw/FX Give you a chance to talk about me, Cunanan says, bitterly jealous. They laugh about him. Its okay, Cunanan says, cooing to the stunned David....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 337 words · Kevin Miller

The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Storyseries premiere recap: 'The Man Who Would Be Vogue'

The tension builds: Versace takes a pill; Cunanan screams in the ocean. But then it happens. As Versace is reentering the gates of his home, Cunanan sees his chance. Credit: Jeff Daly/FX Cunanan walks towards him, arm outstretched, and shoots. Cunanan claims that he met Gianni Versace last night, and his friends humor him. He describes a scenario where Versace approached him and he rebuffed him with a perfectly flirtatious retort....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Marie Morrison

The Assassination of Gianni Versace: Ryan Murphy says he knew Darren Criss was 'capable of great darkness'

Cover your eyes, Gleeks. Darren Criss, who played squeaky clean, bow-tie aficionado Blaine Anderson on FoxsGleeis about to shed that image. Portraying the sociopath, Criss vacillates between being charming, pathetic, ruthless, and psychotic. I did as much research as humanly possible, says Criss. But, theres not a whole lot of preparation it’s possible for you to do. At any point, hes ready to fire off in any direction. I just knew he could do it, reveals Murphy....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Travis Ward

The Assassination of Gianni Versace: See the real-life inspiration

“I just kept attacking Edgar in a very friendly way,” Murphy tells EW. “Finally, he was like, ‘I get it; I’ll do it.'” The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Storypremieres on Jan. 17 at 10 p.m. on FX. REX/Shutterstock; Jeff Daly/FX He eventually landed on the 43-year-old actress. Antonio D’Amico; Ricky Martin as Antonio D’Amico “Ricky really fought for it. He wanted to do something dramatic and different,” says Murphy of the 46-year-old singer....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Peter Hunt

The Assassination of Gianni Versace:American Crime Storyfinale recap: 'Alone'

The bloody Andrew Cunanan saga reaches its conclusion Its finally back to the beginning, the titular assassination. Remember Andrew Cunanan in a red baseball cap? Remember Gianni Versace bleeding out on his stairs, flanked by doves? Credit: Ray Mickshaw/FX Its more like a dance than a murder. Its all almost choreographed a perfect encapsulation of Ryan Murphys overly stylized style. Cunanan descends into giggling hysterics. Oh my god, Cunanan says to himself when he hears his name on the news....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 425 words · Justin Shea

The Assassination of Gianni Versace:American Crime Storyrecap: 'Creator/Destroyer'

Cunanan gets into a prestigious private school, where hes voted most likely to be remembered. He happily stands out with a flamboyant flair for attention-seeking behavior. But he wasnt a liar yet. Credit: Ray Mickshaw/FX He wasnt a child who skinned squirrels or bullied others. You must do what you love, Gianni, she says. Cunanans mother cries, usually so ready to believe pretty lies, but not this one. Youre not upset that I stole; youre upset that I stopped....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 135 words · Donna Lawrence

The Avengers hit up London ahead of theEndgameworld premiere — see the photos

Paul Rudd, Scarlett Johansson, and Chris Hemsworth Scarlett Johansson and Chris Hemsworth Chris Hemsworth and Paul Rudd Paul Rudd Scarlett Johansson Chris Hemsworth Trinh Tran (executive producer) Joe Russo and Anthony Russo (directors) Joe Russo, Paul Rudd, Scarlett Johansson, Chris Hemsworth, Trinh Tran, and Anthony Russo Ian West/PA Images via Getty Images David Fisher/REX/Shutterstock David M. Benett/WireImage Dave J Hogan/Getty Images Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP/REX/Shutterstock Dave J Hogan/Getty Images David M. Benett/WireImage...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 83 words · John Gentry

The Avengersare brutal to each other in this 2012 interview

“Hey, remedial class! Stop having fun!” Mark Ruffalo scooped up one of the action figures scattered around the room. “Hey, did you do these?” “No, I had nothing to do with them,” Whedon said. “Hulk Smash!” Ruffalo declared, making his bright green mini-me pulverize the an Iron Man doll. Enter: Robert Downey Jr. in real life, Tony Snark. “Where is Chris Evans? Getting his face replaced?” The Iron Man actor says as he picked up a Captain America mask and pulled it over his face....

May 1, 2025 · 12 min · 2381 words · Evan Neal

The Awardist: Ambitious tales dominate the Best Director race, but Cuarón is the one to beat

This year, wild ambition seems to be the only thread tying together the Best Director contenders. But dont count out Cooper and Lee, who also landed DGA and BAFTA nods. Paul Schraders climate-change meditationFirst Reformedor John Krasinskis silent horrorA Quiet Placecould also pull off noms. Credit: Carlos Somonte/NETFLIX But where are the ladies? Marielle HellersCan You Ever Forgive Me?has earned raves for Melissa McCarthy and Richard E. Grant. Both landed Film Independent Spirit Award nominations....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 88 words · Christina Le

The Awardist: Historic wins change the gold standard at 2019 Oscars

(The Favourites Olivia Colman took home the Best Actress prize.) (It also likely benefited from the preferential voting system.) Vallelonga, Farrelly, and Brian Currie won the Best Original Screenplay Oscar as well. Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic Cuaron became the first person to win Best Director and Best Cinematography for the same film (Roma). But theres still a ways to go. I feel like Im here representing the women directors, Heller told EW at the Governors Ball....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 124 words · Stephanie Trevino

The Awardist: Mahershala Ali, Regina King lead Oscars supporting races, but face stiff competition

But the Globes track record as an Oscar predictor is spotty. Hisstarring role on HBOs popularTrue Detective, premiering Jan. 13, will also keep him in the spotlight. But the multiple controversies that have miredGreen Bookcould hurt the actors chances. Credit: Paul Drinkwater/NBCUniversal via Getty Images (2) Mortensen also used the N-word during a post-screening Q&A in November, laterapologizing for the remark. Farrelly issued a statement apologizing for his actions, saying, I was an idiot....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 135 words · Scott Daniels