Lin-Manuel Miranda

Beyoncé and Blue Ivy Carter to Star in Lion King Prequel: All the Buzzworthy Details

The new trailer for Mufasa: The Lion King revealed Blue Ivy Carter will be in the film alongside mom Beyoncé. Keep reading to learn all about the prequel.

April 29, 2024

Percy Jackson and the Olympians Has Finally Found Poseidon—And No, It's Not Logan Lerman

The upcoming Disney+ series Percy Jackson and the Olympians has found its Zeus and Poseidon. Find out the actors playing the Gods and get all the details about the project here.

January 26, 2023

Viola Davis Is One Step Closer to EGOT Status With 2023 Grammy Nomination

Viola Davis was nominated for her first Grammy Award for narrating her memoir, Finding Me, bringing her one step closer to becoming an EGOT winner. Here's a look at her prolific career.

November 15, 2022

A Broadway Icon Has Been Cast as a Greek God In Disney+’s Percy Jackson Series

The highly-anticipated Disney+ series Percy Jackson and the Olympians has enlisted an iconic stage performer for a major role. Find out who has joined the stacked ensemble cast.

November 7, 2022

Norman Lear Says There's "Nobody In Our Business" He's Admired More Than This Surprising Comedy Duo

The legendary Norman Lear has worked with some of the most beloved names in television history. In an exclusive interview with E! News, find out who holds an extra special place in his heart.

September 21, 2022

Ariana DeBose Calls Hosting the Tony Awards "A Bucket List Moment"

Returning to the Broadway stage after her 2022 Oscars win for West Side Story, Tony Awards host Ariana DeBose told E! News' Daily Pop what the hosting gig meant to her.

June 13, 2022

Let's Get Loud for Jennifer Lopez's Risqué Dress for Halftime Film Premiere

Jennifer Lopez showcased a daring look at the premiere of her new Netflix documentary Halftime. See photos of the star and other celebs at the red carpet event.

June 9, 2022

Jennifer Lopez and Celeb Friends at Halftime Premiere

June 9, 2022

Andrew Garfield Clarifies Comments About Taking a Break From Acting

Don't worry! Andrew Garfield isn't retiring from acting. The star cleared up the rumors during his recent guest appearance on The View.

April 28, 2022

Why Potential EGOT Winner Lin-Manuel Miranda Won't Be at the 2022 Oscars

The 2022 Oscars could take Lin-Manuel Miranda's career to new heights, but don't expect to see the Encanto nominee at the awards show.

March 27, 2022

The 2022 Met Gala Hosts May Be Our Favorites Yet

The first Monday in May is around the corner, so who will reign over the annual Met Gala? Vogue just revealed the hosts and you won’t believe who’s on board.

March 17, 2022

Lin-Manuel Miranda on Working With Andrew Garfield

"Tick, Tick...BOOM!" director Lin-Manuel Miranda talks Andrew Garfield, Jonathan Larson and more at 2022 SAG Awards!

February 28, 2022

Lin-Manuel Miranda Teases Possible Encanto Broadway Adaptation

Will the magical family Madrigal pack up the Casita and head to Broadway? Lin-Manuel Miranda says...

February 8, 2022

Lin-Manuel Miranda Shares The Moment He Knew Andrew Garfield Was in Spider-Man: No Way Home

No Spidey sense needed! Lin-Manuel Miranda revealed that he knew Andrew Garfield would be reprising his role as Peter Parker in Spider-Man: No Way Home from his hilarious reaction alone.

January 29, 2022

Why Encanto's "We Don't Talk About Bruno" Won't Be Nominated for an Oscar

In an exclusive chat with E! News, Lin-Manuel Miranda explained why his chart-topping Disney song "We Don't Talk About Bruno" won't be a contender at the Academy Awards.

January 26, 2022

Don't Throw Away Your Shot to Learn More About Lin-Manuel Miranda's Love Story

Curious about how Hamilton's Lin-Manuel Miranda composed his beautiful love story with wife of 11 years Vanessa Nadal? Allow us to take you back to the street where it happened.

January 16, 2022

How the Legacy of Rent Creator Jonathan Larson Provides the Heartbeat of Tick, Tick...Boom!

Executive music producer Bill Sherman tells E! News all about Andrew Garfield's uncanny talent and why adapting Jonathan Larson's other musical meant so much to director Lin-Manuel Miranda.

November 12, 2021

Lady Gaga, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Michael B. Jordan & More Stars You Never Knew Were in The Sopranos

Iconic Emmy-winning HBO drama The Sopranos launched the careers of stars like Lady Gaga, Michael B. Jordan and Lin-Manuel Miranda over its six seasons. See all the celeb cameos here.

October 1, 2021

Rita Moreno Defends Lin-Manuel Miranda Amid In the Heights Colorism Backlash: "Leave It Alone"

After her friend Lin-Manuel Miranda received criticism for the casting of his film In the Heights, Rita Moreno defended the Tony winner in no uncertain terms.

June 17, 2021

Lin-Manuel Miranda Admits In the Heights "Fell Short" of Representing Afro-Latinx Community

After In the Heights faced criticism for its lack of Afro-Latinx representation, Lin-Manuel Miranda addressed the backlash and apologized for his "shortcomings."

June 15, 2021

In the Heights Receives Backlash for Lack of Afro-Latinx Representation in Film

The director and a few cast members from In the Heights were interviewed about the exclusion of the Afro-Latinx community. However, their responses didn't sit right with many online users.

June 14, 2021

It Won't Be Long Now: How In the Heights Finally Made the Leap From Stage to Screen

Not every smash-hit musical translates seamlessly into movie form, so here's what the makers of In the Heights did to transcend the challenges and produce a film perfect for this moment.

June 11, 2021

Hear Andrew Garfield Sing in Explosive tick, tick...BOOM! Teaser

Andrew Garfield wows in the teaser trailer for Lin-Manuel Miranda's Netflix feature directorial debut. Hear Garfield's pipes here!

June 10, 2021

See Jimmy Fallon & Lin-Manuel Miranda Unite Broadway's Biggest Stars for Show-Stopping Musical Number

Tony winner Lin-Manuel Miranda takes over The Tonight Show stage to sing a welcome return to Broadway as the iconic theatre community reopens after the coronavirus pandemic. Watch!

June 9, 2021

In the Heights' Anthony Ramos Recalls Being Told How to Be "More Ethnically Ambiguous"

While Anthony Ramos gears up to lead the movie musical, In the Heights, he can remember a time when people tried to take him out of the "Latino box." Read on for his stance on that today.