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Melissa McCarthy doesn’t embrace Hollywood’s limitations.

Director Freida Mock discusses her poignant documentary Anita.

The highly anticipated 50 Shades movie has a woman writer AND director!

This comedy actress roundtable is hilarious.

As President of NBC Entertainment, Jennifer Salke tries to build diversity.

We can thank Bill Murray for a bit of Maya Rudolph’s success.

The Talent Managers Association elects its 1st female president in 20 years.

Yes, Kris Jenner wants you to watch more of her.

—KELLY GLOVER

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