The awards season has officially begun! The Critics Choice Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday night and almost mirrored Golden Globes in many categories. Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' won top honours while Sam Mendes took direction award.&nbsp; 
 
While Critics Choice Awards ruled the morning, here are the other top Hollywood stories of the day. 
 
'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' wins best picture, Sam Mendes, Bong Joon-ho share direction award 
 
Quentin Tarantino's love letter to 1960s Hollywood, 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood', won the best picture award on Sunday at the Critics' Choice Awards. The awards ceremony, which took place in Santa Monica are seen as a barometer for the Oscars, for which nominations are due out Monday.&nbsp; 
 
Read more: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/critics-choice-awards-2020-once-upon-a-time-in-hollywood-wins-best-picture-sam-mendes-bong-joon-ho-share-direction-award-273848">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/critics-choice-awards-2020-once-upon-a-time-in-hollywood-wins-best-picture-sam-mendes-bong-joon-ho-share-direction-award-273848</a>

Phoebe Waller-Bridge thanks Jennifer Lopez for insipiring her while writing 'Fleabag' 
 
Phoebe Waller Bridge's 'Fleabag' resonated with women all across the world. But Waller-Bridge credits Jennifer Lopez for inspiring her. The writer-actress won the Critics’ Choice Award for best comedy series on Sunday for 'Fleabag' and during her acceptance speech thanked JLo for inspiring her work.&nbsp; 
 
Read more: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/phoebe-waller-bridge-thanks-jennifer-lopez-for-insipiring-her-while-writing-fleabag-273917">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/phoebe-waller-bridge-thanks-jennifer-lopez-for-insipiring-her-while-writing-fleabag-273917</a>

2020 Oscar nominations to be announced; here's what to expect 
 
Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards have more or less given us hints of which films, director and actors will get a nod at the Oscars 2020 on Monday morning as the Academy announces the final list.&nbsp; 
 
Read more: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/2020-oscar-nominations-to-be-announced-heres-what-to-expect-273937">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/2020-oscar-nominations-to-be-announced-heres-what-to-expect-273937</a>

'1917' overthrows 'Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalkers' at the American box office 
 
Riding high on its Golden Globes success, Universal's war drama '1917' dominated at the &nbsp;North American box office this weekend and earned an estimated $36.5 million. Trade pundits feel the box office numbers were unexpected but timely as the film is likely to nominated in multiple categories at the Oscars. 
 
Read More: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/1917-overthrows-star-wars-the-rise-of-skywalkers-at-the-american-box-office-273887">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/1917-overthrows-star-wars-the-rise-of-skywalkers-at-the-american-box-office-273887</a>

Jennifer Aniston has a girls night with 'Friends' co-stars Courteny Cox, Lisa Kudrow 
 
Actress Jennifer Aniston took to Instagram on Sunday to share photos of her night out with co-stars and best friends Courtney Cox and Lisa Kudrow. The three actresses can be seen in smart casuals with minimal makeup.&nbsp; 
 
Read more:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jennifer-aniston-has-a-girls-night-with-friends-co-stars-courteny-cox-lisa-kudrow-274020"> https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jennifer-aniston-has-a-girls-night-with-friends-co-stars-courteny-cox-lisa-kudrow-274020</a>

The awards season has officially begun! The Critics Choice Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday night and almost mirrored Golden Globes in many categories. Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' won top honours while Sam Mendes took direction award.

The awards season has officially begun! The Critics Choice Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday night and almost mirrored Golden Globes in many categories. Quentin Tarantino's 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' won top honours while Sam Mendes took direction award. While Critics Choice Awards ruled the morning, here are the other top Hollywood stories of the day. 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' wins best picture, Sam Mendes, Bong Joon-ho share direction award Quentin Tarantino's love letter to 1960s Hollywood, 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood', won the best picture award on Sunday at the Critics' Choice Awards. The awards ceremony, which took place in Santa Monica are seen as a barometer for the Oscars, for which nominations are due out Monday. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/critics-choice-awards-2020-once-upon-a-time-in-hollywood-wins-best-picture-sam-mendes-bong-joon-ho-share-direction-award-273848 Phoebe Waller-Bridge thanks Jennifer Lopez for insipiring her while writing 'Fleabag' Phoebe Waller Bridge's 'Fleabag' resonated with women all across the world. But Waller-Bridge credits Jennifer Lopez for inspiring her. The writer-actress won the Critics’ Choice Award for best comedy series on Sunday for 'Fleabag' and during her acceptance speech thanked JLo for inspiring her work. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/phoebe-waller-bridge-thanks-jennifer-lopez-for-insipiring-her-while-writing-fleabag-273917 2020 Oscar nominations to be announced; here's what to expect Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards have more or less given us hints of which films, director and actors will get a nod at the Oscars 2020 on Monday morning as the Academy announces the final list. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/2020-oscar-nominations-to-be-announced-heres-what-to-expect-273937 '1917' overthrows 'Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalkers' at the American box office Riding high on its Golden Globes success, Universal's war drama '1917' dominated at the North American box office this weekend and earned an estimated $36.5 million. Trade pundits feel the box office numbers were unexpected but timely as the film is likely to nominated in multiple categories at the Oscars. Read More: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/1917-overthrows-star-wars-the-rise-of-skywalkers-at-the-american-box-office-273887 Jennifer Aniston has a girls night with 'Friends' co-stars Courteny Cox, Lisa Kudrow Actress Jennifer Aniston took to Instagram on Sunday to share photos of her night out with co-stars and best friends Courtney Cox and Lisa Kudrow. The three actresses can be seen in smart casuals with minimal makeup. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jennifer-aniston-has-a-girls-night-with-friends-co-stars-courteny-cox-lisa-kudrow-274020

Top 5 Hollywood news today: Tarantino wins big at Critics' Choice Awards, Jennifer Aniston has a 'Friends' reunion

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from their royal duties has been one of the topmost trending stories of the day. From discussing whether they will shift to Canada to how they will manage time between North America and the UK, speculative stories around the British royal couple have been the talked-about news today. Among other Hollywood stories, Selena Gomez released a new album 'Rare', Drake and Future collaborated, Leonardo DiCaprio's organisation donated $3 million to Australia wildfire and more.&nbsp;

<h2>Read our top 5 Hollywood new stories of the day here:</h2>

Meet the 'half royals', Prince Harry and Meghan Markle; how will the separation from the family work out for the couple?

Crashing the internet yesterday with their shocking news, Prince Harry and&nbsp;Meghan Markle announced that they will step back from senior roles in the royal family - a move that has now raised questions about how they will earn an income, who will pay for their security, and what their new positions will involve. Exactly how they will combine private work and royal duties remain unclear.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-the-half-royals-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-how-will-the-separation-from-the-family-work-out-for-the-couple-273295">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-the-half-royals-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-how-will-the-separation-from-the-family-work-out-for-the-couple-273295</a>

Selena Gomez releases new album 'Rare' and the title track is all about a past lover not treating her right

Another latest trending story is Selena Gomez releasing her full album 'Rare'. The pop star released&nbsp;‘Rare’ as some songs really delve deep into her struggle while the title track particularly sounds like her last ode to the former relationship with Justin Bieber with whom she had a love-hate relationship for a decade. The two would be together on an off while they would take breaks in between. Justin Bieber is married to Hailey Baldwin -- whom he started dating right after he broke up with Selena for the last time and then made it official the same year.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-releases-new-album-rare-and-the-title-track-is-all-about-a-past-lover-not-treating-her-right-273369">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-releases-new-album-rare-and-the-title-track-is-all-about-a-past-lover-not-treating-her-right-273369</a>

Brazil top court sides with film on 'gay Jesus', rejects ban

Netflix film 'The First Temptation of Christ'&nbsp;got some relief from Brazil's highest court as it ruled out banning the movie.&nbsp;The head of the Supreme Federal Court sided with the OTT platform's appeal against a temporary injunction banning the movie on Thursday. The court denied the idea that the film was insulting Christians.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/brazil-top-court-sides-with-film-on-gay-jesus-rejects-ban-273335">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/brazil-top-court-sides-with-film-on-gay-jesus-rejects-ban-273335</a>

'Should be good at waving': Trevor Noah has a job offer for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Trevor Noah had a good laugh on Thursday at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's expense. The South African comedian took sly digs at the royal couple hours after they announced their decision to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/as-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-announce-separation-uk-monarchy-scrambles-for-solution-273323">step back</a> from senior roles in the royal family.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/comedian-trevor-noah-takes-a-dig-at-prince-harry-meghan-markle-273380">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/comedian-trevor-noah-takes-a-dig-at-prince-harry-meghan-markle-273380</a>

Leonardo DiCaprio's organisation to donate $3 million for Australia wildfire relief

In another trending news story, actor Leonardo DiCaprio's environmental organisation&nbsp;announced a donation of $3 million towards the devastating bush fires that are ravaging Australia. He joined a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kylie-jenner-donates-1million-to-australia-wildfire-relief-efforts-272937">long list of celebs</a> who have out to help with the relief efforts.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprios-organisation-to-donate-3-million-for-australia-wildfire-relief-273374">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprios-organisation-to-donate-3-million-for-australia-wildfire-relief-273374</a>

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from their royal duties has been one of the topmost trending stories of the day. From discussing whether they will shift to Canada to how they will manage time between North America and the UK, speculative stories around the British royal couple have been the talked-about news today.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to step back from their royal duties has been one of the topmost trending stories of the day. From discussing whether they will shift to Canada to how they will manage time between North America and the UK, speculative stories around the British royal couple have been the talked-about news today. Among other Hollywood stories, Selena Gomez released a new album 'Rare', Drake and Future collaborated, Leonardo DiCaprio's organisation donated $3 million to Australia wildfire and more. Read our top 5 Hollywood new stories of the day here: Meet the 'half royals', Prince Harry and Meghan Markle; how will the separation from the family work out for the couple? Crashing the internet yesterday with their shocking news, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announced that they will step back from senior roles in the royal family - a move that has now raised questions about how they will earn an income, who will pay for their security, and what their new positions will involve. Exactly how they will combine private work and royal duties remain unclear. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-the-half-royals-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-how-will-the-separation-from-the-family-work-out-for-the-couple-273295 Selena Gomez releases new album 'Rare' and the title track is all about a past lover not treating her right Another latest trending story is Selena Gomez releasing her full album 'Rare'. The pop star released ‘Rare’ as some songs really delve deep into her struggle while the title track particularly sounds like her last ode to the former relationship with Justin Bieber with whom she had a love-hate relationship for a decade. The two would be together on an off while they would take breaks in between. Justin Bieber is married to Hailey Baldwin -- whom he started dating right after he broke up with Selena for the last time and then made it official the same year. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/selena-gomez-releases-new-album-rare-and-the-title-track-is-all-about-a-past-lover-not-treating-her-right-273369 Brazil top court sides with film on 'gay Jesus', rejects ban Netflix film 'The First Temptation of Christ' got some relief from Brazil's highest court as it ruled out banning the movie. The head of the Supreme Federal Court sided with the OTT platform's appeal against a temporary injunction banning the movie on Thursday. The court denied the idea that the film was insulting Christians. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/brazil-top-court-sides-with-film-on-gay-jesus-rejects-ban-273335 'Should be good at waving': Trevor Noah has a job offer for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Trevor Noah had a good laugh on Thursday at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's expense. The South African comedian took sly digs at the royal couple hours after they announced their decision to step back from senior roles in the royal family. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/comedian-trevor-noah-takes-a-dig-at-prince-harry-meghan-markle-273380 Leonardo DiCaprio's organisation to donate $3 million for Australia wildfire relief In another trending news story, actor Leonardo DiCaprio's environmental organisation announced a donation of $3 million towards the devastating bush fires that are ravaging Australia. He joined a long list of celebs who have out to help with the relief efforts. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/leonardo-dicaprios-organisation-to-donate-3-million-for-australia-wildfire-relief-273374

Top 5 Hollywood news today: 'Half royals' Harry-Meghan, Selena Gomez's album 'Rare', gay Jesus film

The topmost trending Hollywood news of the day is hands down Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's decision to step back from royal duties as they decide to divide time between the UK and North America where the former has spent a considerable number of years working. The British royals and their decision to take a back seat from their "royal lives" sent the internet into chaos with people looking for answers and verification if this was indeed true.&nbsp;

Among other Hollywood news stories that trended today was Justin Bieber revealing that he is suffering from an "incurable disease", Oscars 2020 being announced going hostless and more. Find our top 5 picks here:

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle quit royal front line in shock move

They are literally rewriting Britain's history. Prince Harry and his wife Meghan stunned the British monarchy on Wednesday by quitting as front-line members. Reports state that the couple did not consult Queen Elizabeth II before making the announcement.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/prince-harry-meghan-markle-quit-royal-front-line-in-shock-move-273083">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/prince-harry-meghan-markle-quit-royal-front-line-in-shock-move-273083</a>

Justin Bieber reveals he has been battling Lyme disease as he writes 'It's been a rough couple of years'

The latest trending story from Hollywood will rather shock you as pop star Justin Bieber recently revealed that he has been battling Lyme disease. This comes merely days after he released his new single ‘Yummy’ that is already on top of the music charts for this week.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/justin-bieber-reveals-he-has-been-battling-lyme-disease-as-he-writes-its-been-a-rough-couple-of-years-273133">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/justin-bieber-reveals-he-has-been-battling-lyme-disease-as-he-writes-its-been-a-rough-couple-of-years-273133</a>

Oscars to go host-less for the second year in a row

Much like 2019, the 2020 Oscars ceremony in February will again have no host- a fact that was confirmed by the head of ABC Television Entertainment on Wednesday.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-to-go-host-less-for-the-second-year-in-a-row-273073">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-to-go-host-less-for-the-second-year-in-a-row-273073</a>

To watch or not as Netflix's latest series 'Cheer' highlights the pain of competitive cheerleading

Netflix’s latest series ‘Cheer’ opens with a young woman being seen thrown up in the air and caught by four men. The docuseries is directed by Greg Whiteley of the fame ‘Last Chance U’ as it takes a look at what kind of athleticism and pain it takes for a team to reach the top in the world of competitive cheerleading.&nbsp;

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/to-watch-or-not-as-netflixs-latest-series-cheer-highlights-the-pain-of-competitive-cheerleading-273166">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/to-watch-or-not-as-netflixs-latest-series-cheer-highlights-the-pain-of-competitive-cheerleading-273166</a>

Judge excuses dozens of New Yorkers from serving on Harvey Weinstein rape trial jury

Another trending Hollywood news story that gripped the world of entertainment was Harvey Weinstein's rape trial. Dozens of potential jurors were excused Tuesday from serving in the rape trial of Harvey Weinstein, including two women who said they had been assaulted in the past and one who said a close friend had an encounter with the movie producer.

Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/judge-excuses-dozens-of-new-yorkers-from-serving-on-harvey-weinstein-rape-trial-jury-273075">https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/judge-excuses-dozens-of-new-yorkers-from-serving-on-harvey-weinstein-rape-trial-jury-273075</a>

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The topmost trending Hollywood news of the day is hands down Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's decision to step back from royal duties as they decide to divide time between the UK and North America where the former has spent a considerable number of years working.

The topmost trending Hollywood news of the day is hands down Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's decision to step back from royal duties as they decide to divide time between the UK and North America where the former has spent a considerable number of years working. The British royals and their decision to take a back seat from their "royal lives" sent the internet into chaos with people looking for answers and verification if this was indeed true. Among other Hollywood news stories that trended today was Justin Bieber revealing that he is suffering from an "incurable disease", Oscars 2020 being announced going hostless and more. Find our top 5 picks here: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle quit royal front line in shock move They are literally rewriting Britain's history. Prince Harry and his wife Meghan stunned the British monarchy on Wednesday by quitting as front-line members. Reports state that the couple did not consult Queen Elizabeth II before making the announcement. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/prince-harry-meghan-markle-quit-royal-front-line-in-shock-move-273083 Justin Bieber reveals he has been battling Lyme disease as he writes 'It's been a rough couple of years' The latest trending story from Hollywood will rather shock you as pop star Justin Bieber recently revealed that he has been battling Lyme disease. This comes merely days after he released his new single ‘Yummy’ that is already on top of the music charts for this week. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/justin-bieber-reveals-he-has-been-battling-lyme-disease-as-he-writes-its-been-a-rough-couple-of-years-273133 Oscars to go host-less for the second year in a row Much like 2019, the 2020 Oscars ceremony in February will again have no host- a fact that was confirmed by the head of ABC Television Entertainment on Wednesday. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-to-go-host-less-for-the-second-year-in-a-row-273073 To watch or not as Netflix's latest series 'Cheer' highlights the pain of competitive cheerleading Netflix’s latest series ‘Cheer’ opens with a young woman being seen thrown up in the air and caught by four men. The docuseries is directed by Greg Whiteley of the fame ‘Last Chance U’ as it takes a look at what kind of athleticism and pain it takes for a team to reach the top in the world of competitive cheerleading. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/to-watch-or-not-as-netflixs-latest-series-cheer-highlights-the-pain-of-competitive-cheerleading-273166 Judge excuses dozens of New Yorkers from serving on Harvey Weinstein rape trial jury Another trending Hollywood news story that gripped the world of entertainment was Harvey Weinstein's rape trial. Dozens of potential jurors were excused Tuesday from serving in the rape trial of Harvey Weinstein, including two women who said they had been assaulted in the past and one who said a close friend had an encounter with the movie producer. Read more: https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/judge-excuses-dozens-of-new-yorkers-from-serving-on-harvey-weinstein-rape-trial-jury-273075

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Top 5 Hollywood news today: Tarantino wins big at Critics' Choice Awards, Jennifer Aniston has a 'Friends' reunion

Top 5 Hollywood news today: 'Half royals' Harry-Meghan, Selena Gomez's album 'Rare', gay Jesus film

Top 5 Hollywood news today: Harry-Meghan's shocking move, hostless Oscars, Justin Bieber's Lyme disease