David Kramer to become UTA chief, replacing Jeremy Zimmer
The longtime head of one of Hollywood’s most prominent talent agencies is passing the baton. Jeremy Zimmer, 66, is stepping aside as chief executive of…
Oscars benefit L.A.’s economy. Here’s how
For more than 20 years, Sherman Oaks florist Mark’s Garden has designed the towering greenery and blooming displays seen at the Oscars.Getting that Hollywood awards-season…
Packers were stringing NFL titles before the Chiefs became super
We need the Super Bowl for more than multimillion-dollar TV ads and sexy extravaganza halftime shows. We also need it to happily prod us into…
For 20 years, Tobin Bell has anchored ‘Saw’ with seriousness
I’m sitting across the table from veteran actor Tobin Bell, whose gaze I try to hold. Between us lies a hefty metal briefcase containing nine…
Wayne Kramer dies: Influential guitarist led MC5
Wayne Kramer, the influential guitarist of Michigan’s hard-rock band MC5, has died. He was 75. Kramer died Friday, according to a joint announcement on his…