Debra Birnbaum
Variety
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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How Pushing Small Screen Boundaries Led Ryan Murphy to Walk of Fame Stardom
“He’s made a handful of the most defining and innovative television shows ever," FX CEO John Landgraf says of Murphy. → Read More
‘House of Cards’: Diane Lane on Season 6 With Robin Wright –
Diane Lane talks about joining the cast of "House of Cards Cards" for its final arc and how she thinks fans will respond. → Read More
'House of Cards' Bosses Preview Season 6 Without Spacey: 'His Presence Is Felt'
"House of Cards" showrunners tell Variety how they reacted to the news about Kevin Spacey and tease the final episode. → Read More
'House of Cards' Star Michael Kelly on Spacey's Exit and Stamper's Spinoff
Michael Kelly talks to Variety about moving on after Kevin Spacey's exit from "House of Cards" and whether Doug will ever run for office. → Read More
Robin Wright on ‘House of Cards,’ ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ and Time’s Up –
Robin Wright was "always ready to do something different," she says, going into this sixth season of "House of Cards." → Read More
How Robin Wright Took Charge of ‘House of Cards’ and Saved the Final Season
There’s a new president in the House, and she’s making her own rules. Robin Wright opens up about "House of Cards" Season 6. → Read More
Listen: ‘Making a Murderer’ Team on Pursuing ‘Social Justice’ in Season 2
Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos promise "major discoveries" to come in Season 2 of "Making a Murderer," which returns Oct. 19. → Read More
TV Academy Chair Hayma Washington to Step Down (EXCLUSIVE)
Hayma Washington tells Variety he decided not to seek a second term atop the TV Academy so he can focus on his producing work. → Read More
Tiffany Haddish on Pay Parity, Licking Arsenio, and Why Emmys and Oscars Are Overrated
Tiffany Haddish tells us what we can expect from the rising star in the future. → Read More
Lena Waithe on ‘Atlanta’s’ Emmys Snub, More ‘Master of None’ and the Moment She’ll ‘Never Forget’
Lena Waithe tells Variety what more we can expect from her, what she thought of this year's Emmys, and the moment she'll never forget. → Read More
Regina King on Breaking Down Racial Barriers: ‘It’s Not a Black Story, It’s an American Story’
Regina King opens up to Variety about diversity in Hollywood (and the lack thereof) and why she’s inspired by Serena Williams. → Read More
'Better Call Saul' Team on the Season Finale: 'It's Either a Break or a Breakthrough' (SPOILERS)
Spoiler alert: Do not read until you’ve watched the final episode of season four of “Better Call Saul,” titled “Winner.” “It’s all good, man.” With t… → Read More
Listen: ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Boss on ‘Tough’ Casting Decisions, Bringing Comedy Back and What’s Ahead for Season 15
"Grey's Anatomy" showrunner Krista Vernoff on tough casting decisions, bringing comedy and romance back, and what's ahead for season 15. → Read More
Rachel Brosnahan on Finding Mrs. Maisel and Her ‘Marvelous’ Emmys Night
With her star turn in Amazon’s award-winning comedy, Rachel Brosnahan finds her voice. → Read More
'Better Call Saul' Star Rhea Seehorn: 'It Is A Crazy Ride From Here To The End'
"Better Call Saul" star Rhea Seehorn breaks down Jimmy and Kim's relationship, Kim's ultimate fate, and what's ahead for the rest of the season. → Read More
Emmys: Regina King Wins Lead Actress in a Limited Series for Netflix’s ‘Seven Seconds’
Regina King won for lead actress in a limited series for Netflix's "Seven Seconds," which was canceled after one season. → Read More
Emmys 2018: Final Predictions on Who Will Win (and Who Should)
Here's a look at the key races — who's poised to win, and who may play dark horse. → Read More
‘Better Call Saul’ Star on Howard’s Meltdown, Playing the Villain and That Flashback
"Better Call Saul" star Fabian talks to Variety about whether Howard can return to form, Kim's dance with the devil, and whether Chuck will make another comeback. → Read More
Listen: ‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Cast and Creators Talk ‘Bigger, Fancier’ Season 2
We chat with the cast and creators of Amazon's "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," which is in contention for 14 Emmy awards. → Read More
Emmy Awards 2018: Kit Harington, Millie Bobby Brown, Sandra Oh Set as Presenters
The Television Academy has announced the first batch of stars set to present trophies at the 2018 Primetime Emmy Awards. → Read More