4 stories tracked · from 3 outlets · last coverage 2026-11-14 · ranked by independent sources, not by us
Business Insider reports that Catherine Zeta-Jones recalled moving to Hollywood and an unexpected career move that she says led to her being discovered by Steven Spielberg. According to the outlet, that discovery resulted in her being cast in "Zorro."
Variety reports that Bruce Springsteen told Steven Spielberg he "fucked up" naked night swimming after releasing "Jaws" in 1975. According to the outlet, Springsteen said the film spoiled skinny dipping for young people who wanted to have sex, calling it one of the great pleasures on the Jersey Shore in 1975. Variety notes the film is widely considered the first summer blockbuster and changed how Hollywood distributed its big-budget films.
The Hollywood Reporter reports that Steven Spielberg was honored at the Museum of Modern Art's Film Benefit on Thursday, with support from Tom Cruise, Martin Scorsese, Emily Blunt and Bruce Springsteen. According to the outlet, Cruise thanked Spielberg for "everything you've done to preserve cinema."
Variety reports on comedian Jo Koy's new Netflix special, "Blue in the Face," taped across two sold-out arena shows in Stockton, Calif., his first time in the Central Valley city. Before the tapings, Koy researched Stockton's Filipino history and found "No Filipinos allowed" signs on restaurants and water fountains. According to Variety's preview, Koy also discusses a meeting with Steven Spielberg that changed his career and getting a call from Biggie's mother.
