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actor

[ak-ter] / ˈæk tər /


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Actor Alec Baldwin publicly defended Nyong’o, calling her “the most beautiful woman” while criticizing the reaction surrounding the casting.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

Actor Ryan McCartan ranted on Instagram about poorly timed giggles during his performance in “The Great Gatsby.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Actor Gary Lydon who starred in films such as Calvary, The Guard and The Banshees of Inisherin, has died aged 61.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Actor Sam Neill says he is cancer-free after five years of living with lymphoma, thanks to a genetic therapy that modified his immune system.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Emma Watson won the all-inclusive category Best Actor award, which was presented by nonbinary actor Asia Kate Dillon.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater




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