Mike Nichols

DEVIL'S IN THE DETAILS

Oscar Winner Reveals Unlikely Inspo Behind Iconic Character

“The Devil Wears Prada” actress said fans misidentify the real figure behind her frigid fashion editor.

Owen Mason-Hill

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LEGEND

‘Catch-22’ and ‘Oz’ Star Dies at 80

A renowned acting studio in New York announced Jon Korkes’ death.

Meera Navlakha

A close-up portrait of Brian d’Arcy James

TOAST OF THE TOWN

Brian d’Arcy James’ Drunken Broadway Nights May Not Be Over

Brian d’Arcy James talks “Days of Wine and Roses,” Tony nominations, depression, Broadway’s future, and why he and Kelli O’Hara might soon tackle ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’

Tim Teeman

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‘STARINA RIDES AGAIN’

Should Straight Actors Play Gay Roles? Nathan Lane Weighs In

In this preview from the 100th episode of The Last Laugh podcast, Nathan Lane reveals his hopes for a follow-up to the classic comedy film—and why Hank Azaria is staying away.

Matt Wilstein

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Plastics

The Witty Wisdom of Mike Nichols

The late, great director offers a look inside his process.

The Daily Beast Video

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The Fabulous Mike

How Mike Nichols Made Gay Mainstream

From The Birdcage to Angels in America and all of his fabulous divas in between, Mike Nichols played an unparalleled role in the mainstream acceptance of gay culture.

Kevin Fallon