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Seija Rankin
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Senior Editor, The Hollywood Reporter
Los Angeles
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Pop Culture , Sport , Social Issues , Politics
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By Seija Rankin Verified| The Hollywood Reporter Verified Years ago, when 1950s pop singer Connie Francis was asked — rhetorically at the time — whom she’d want to play her in some future biopic, she didn’t miss a beat. “An unknown,” she said. “I thought that was such a badass answer and part of why I love her,” says Gracie Lawrence, who discovered the old quip while researching her role as Francis not for some future biopic but for Just in Time, a new Broadway musical about the ill-fated life of fellow ’50s crooner Bobby Darin.
By Seija Rankin Verified| The Hollywood Reporter Verified Ilana Glazer spent several years wanting to do a Broadway play, but never elevated the thought to a formal goal. The logistics involved — eight shows a week, working (almost) every night — seemed unreasonable. “The time and the money just don’t add up for a working mom,” she says. And then, last September, Grant Heslov and George Clooney asked her to participate in a two-day workshop for their forthcoming adaptation of their 2005 film Good Night, and Good Luck.
By Seija Rankin Verified| The Hollywood Reporter Verified Years ago, when 1950s pop singer Connie Francis was asked — rhetorically at the time — whom she’d want to play her in some future biopic, she didn’t miss a beat. “An unknown,” she said. “I thought that was such a badass answer and part of why I love her,” says Gracie Lawrence, who discovered the old quip while researching her role as Francis not for some future biopic but for Just in Time, a new Broadway musical about the ill-fated life of fellow ’50s crooner Bobby Darin.
Company Info
The Hollywood Reporter
The Hollywood Reporter (THR) is a prominent American entertainment media brand founded in 1930 and operates under Penske Media Corporation. Based in Los Angeles, THR began as a daily trade paper and evolved into a weekly print magazine in 2010, complemented by a robust digital platform. The brand provides comprehensive reporting, analysis, and reviews in the film, television, and entertainment sectors. THR offers a weekly print magazine and daily online content, featuring exclusives, investigative journalism, and industry insights. Its digital presence includes a dynamic website with video content, podcasts, and newsletters, attracting 16.2 million unique monthly viewers. The company also hosts industry-focused events, awards coverage, and thought-leadership forums, along with multimedia offerings like photo essays and documentaries. With a global reach, THR serves Hollywood professionals and entertainment enthusiasts alike, making it a key resource for insights into industry trends and developments.
Los Angeles, California, United States
'+1 323-525-2013
Founded: 1930