Following their Emmy win for Outstanding Animated Program, South Park is making a big change. Creators Trey Parker & Matt Stone announce:
South Park Studios
“Inspired by the bravery and patriotism of Apple and Google, we are changing the name of South Park to SOUTH AMERICA. We especially want to thank our parent company Paramount -- a Skydance Capitulation.”
The 29th Season of the award-winning series will premiere Wednesday, September 16th, at 10pm ET/PT on Comedy Central.
New episodes will be available to stream on Paramount+ around the world, with next-day availability in the U.S., Canada and Australia.
Matt Stone and Trey Parker have done it again. The talented duo and their team at Comedy Central’s South Park won the Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program on Sunday’s (September 6) Creative Arts awards night. This marked the satiric show’s first nomination in five years and first win in 13 years.
South Park announces its Emmy win on social media, continuing its satirization of Donald J. Trump.
South Park has won the Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program in 2005 (“Best Friends Forever”), 2007 (“Make Love, Not Warcraft”), 2008 (“Imaginationland”), 2009 (“Margaritaville”), 2013 (“Raising the Bar”), and 2026 (“Sermon on the ‘Mount”). The show also received a Television Academy Honors recognition in 2026. It has received a total of 21 Emmy nominations in its 28-season history.
During Sunday night’s Creative Emmy award ceremony, Trey Parker, who was also nominated for character voice-over trophy this year, expressed gratitude to the show’s fans and supporters through the years. “A big thank you to the greatest fans in the world,” he said. “It’s only because of you guys that we haven’t been canceled in 30 years.” Trey Parker’s song “Christian Woman” was also nominated for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics.
After the win, South Park mocked its frequent target, President Donald Trump once again on social media. The South Park characters are depicted alongside Satan, Jesus and Trump, who is holding an Emmy statuette with his pants and underwear down. The post’s slogan reads, “You Finally Got Your Emmy!” referring to the fact that Trump was nominated twice for an Emmy for exec producing NBC’s reality show The Apprentice, and lost CBS’s The Amazing Race both times.
South Park won this year’ Emmy for the two-part season premiere episode “Sermon on the Mount,” which took aim at the administration’s political and legal maneuvers, Christian nationalism in schools, and the handling of the Epstein files, and also depicted Trump and Satan as lovers. The White House responded by releasing the statement, “the show has been irrelevant for 20 years, relying on uninspired ideas for attention.” Nevertheless, the show continued to court controversy with hilarious depictions of Trump, J.D. Vance, Kristi Noem and Peter Thiel throughout the season.
The award recipients were:
Trey Parker, Executive Producer
Matt Stone, Executive Producer
Anne Garefino, Executive Producer
Frank C. Agnone II, Executive Producer
Daryl Sancton, Supervising Producer
Eric Stough, Producer
Bruce Howell, Producer
Adrien Beard, Producer
Vernon Chatman, Producer
Jenny Shin, Producer
Wonnie Ro, Producer
Greg Postma, Producer
Keo Thongkham, Producer
Lydia Quidilla, Producer
John Hansen, Producer
David List, Producer
Mark Munley, Producer
Nate Pellettieri, Producer
Andrew B. Rhoades, Producer
Gary Martinez, Producer
This year’s Best Animated Program race included Bob’s Burgers (FOX), Rick and Morty (Adult Swim), Smiling Friends (Adult Swim), Star Wars: Visions (Disney+) and The Simpsons (FOX).
Watch actor Eric Bauza’s hilarious intro, including a dig at Warner Bros. about the success of Coyote Vs. Acme after the studio shelved it, and the South Park win at the Emmys below:
South Park Wins for Animated Program 78th Emmys
The 29th season of South Park (or Trump Park if Trump tries to rename it) premieres Wednesday, Sept. 16, at 10 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central. New episodes will be available to stream on Paramount+ around the world, with next-day availability in the U.S., Canada and Australia.
BET has announced that the BET Awards 2026 will air LIVE from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 28, at 8 PM ET/PT on BET and simulcast across the Paramount ecosystem, including
on BET HER, CMT, LOGO, MTV, MTV2, Nickelodeon (during Nick@Nite), Paramount, POP, VH1, Comedy Central, and TV Land!
Culture’s Biggest Night, this year's BET Awards will be hosted by award-winning comedian, entertainer, and cultural sensation Druski, who will become the youngest-ever host of the BET Awards, eclipsing Kevin Hart, who previously held the distinction in 2011.
“It’s an honor to be the youngest host EVER for the BET Awards,” Druski said. “I grew up watching the BET Awards and, to know the comedic legends that hosted before me set the bar so high, I’m just grateful to be a part of the history. BUT I’m still bringing my brand of comedy to the stage, so expect a little chaos, a lot of laughs, and some of your favorite Druski characters to pop out along the way.”
BET Awards is one of the most-watched award shows on cable television, according to the Nielsen Company. The BET Awards franchise remains the #1 program in cable TV history among African-Americans, and it is the #1 telecast for BET every year. It recognizes the triumphs and successes of artists, entertainers, and athletes in a variety of categories.
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For 25 years, the BET Awards has been one of the most powerful cultural platforms in entertainment, honoring the artists, creators, and leaders shaping culture in real time. Built on the pillars of community, culture, and connection, it has delivered iconic performances, unforgettable tributes, and moments that continue to resonate far beyond the stage. The show reflects the creativity, influence, and reach of Black culture across music, television, film, sports, fashion, and more.
“As one of the most exciting and influential comedic voices of his generation, Druski brings a unique ability to connect with audiences through humor that feels both fresh and deeply rooted in culture,” said Connie Orlando, EVP, Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET. “As we prepare for this year’s BET Awards, we’re thrilled to have him bring his signature energy and perspective to the stage, helping set the tone for a night that celebrates the achievements and cultural impact of our community.”
“Druski represents the kind of bold, culture-driving talent that continues to shape the future of entertainment. His voice resonates across platforms, blending comedy and authentic connection in a way that aligns perfectly with our vision for BET. Partnering with Druski as host reflects our commitment to elevating the new generation of comedians who are redefining how audiences engage with content today,” said Louis Carr, President, BET.
Connie Orlando, EVP of Specials, Music Programming and Music Strategy, serves as Executive Producer for BET Awards 2026. Jesse Collins Entertainment is the production company for the show, with Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay also serving as Executive Producers.
Additional announcements, including nominees and performers, will be revealed in the coming weeks. Culture's Biggest Week returns with BET Experience 2026 (BETX), three days of immersive, fan-focused events, June 25-27, ahead of BET Awards 2026.
BET Experience is the destination for elevating unapologetic Blackness with authentic entertainment, access, and lifestyle experiences. Through the lens of millennial and Gen Z audiences, BET Experience curates the culture, standing at the intersection of who this coveted segment is and where they’re headed.
For more information, visit www.bet.com and follow @BET on social platforms.
THE MAIN STAGE IS SET:
TRAILER AND GUEST JUDGES REVEALED FOR RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS SEASON 11 PREMIERING MAY 8 ON PARAMOUNT+
Brian Tyree Henry, Bronwyn Newport, Christina Ricci, Cooper Koch, Evan Mulrooney, Gina Gershon, Jamal Sims, Janelle James, Juno Temple, Kate Hudson, La Toya Jackson, Law Roach, and Reneé Rapp to serve as guest judges
April 29, 2026 –The guest judges have entered the werk room — and they did not come to play. Brian Tyree Henry, Bronwyn Newport, Christina Ricci, Cooper Koch, Evan Mulrooney, Gina Gershon, Jamal Sims, Janelle James, Juno Temple, Kate Hudson, La Toya Jackson, Law Roach and Reneé Rapp will serve as celebrity guest judges for the eleventh season of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars. The star-studded lineup joins Emmy® Award-winning host RuPaul alongside fan-favorite panelists Michelle Visage, Carson Kressley, Ross Mathews, and Ts Madison.
The trailer for the new season is here, teasing fierce competition, shocking twists, and Grammy® Award-winning icon LaToya Jackson as the premiere guest judge. The new season premieres exclusively with two all-new episodes on Paramount+ Friday, May 8. Get started at ParamountPlus.com.
The previously announced 18 queens vying for a grand prize of $200,000 and a place in the coveted Drag Race Hall of Fame include A'keria C. Davenport, April Carrión, Aura Mayari, Crystal Methyd, Hershii LiqCour-Jeté, Jasmine Kennedie, Joey Jay, Kennedy Davenport, Lucky Starzzz, Dawn, Morphine Love Dion, Morgan McMichaels, Mystique Summers, Salina EsTitties, Sam Star, Shuga Cain, Silky Nutmeg Ganache, and Vivacious.
In the preliminary round, the queens will be divided into three brackets of six, each competing in their own bracket across three episodes. At the end of each bracket, the top two queens with the highest point totals will advance to the semi-finals and go head-to-head with the top queens from the other groups in another round of fierce competition. The tournament will culminate in an epic Lip Sync Smackdown for the Crown grand finale episode, where the finalists will battle it out for a grand prize of $200,000, an official makeup collaboration with Anastasia Beverly Hills, and a place in the coveted Drag Race Hall of Fame.
Additionally, new episodes of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Untucked – available to stream exclusively on Paramount+ on May 8 – take viewers behind the scenes to the backstage drama as the queens anxiously await their fate each week.
For more information on RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars and up-to-date news, go here. Join the conversation by using #DragRace and #AllStars11, and follow the official accounts on Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.
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About World of Wonder
World of Wonder (WOW) has reshaped international pop culture, earning 33 Emmys, inspiring two Oscars, creating global network WOW Presents Plus across 190 territories, and bringing drag culture to the world stage via RuPaul’s Drag Race and DragCon. SVOD WOW Presents Plus, the exclusive home to the global Drag Race franchise and hundreds of WOW Original series, saw 35M hours of content watched in 2023 with 77% subscriber growth in the same year. WOW’s pioneering television portfolio includes other smash-hit franchises like Million Dollar Listing. Their film division WOW Docs produces groundbreaking documentaries including Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures, Party Monster, and The Eyes of Tammy Faye. WOW also operates YouTube channel WOWPresents, music label World of Wonder Records, the WOW Podcast Network, and year-round international live events. Co-founders Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato have been profiled in Variety’s Reality TV Impact Report and Hollywood Reporter’s Most Powerful Producers in Unscripted. Honors for their trailblazing work include the IDA Pioneer Award, Realscreen’s Global 100 list, Banff’s Impact Award, and the OUT 100. In 2022, World of Wonder was ranked #2 among film and TV powerhouses in Fast Company’s World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies.
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Culture’s Biggest Night, the BET Awards 2025 will air LIVE from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 8 PM ET/PT on BET and simulcast across the Paramount ecosystem, including Nickelodeon's nighttime programming block, Nick@Nite!
The BET Awards 2025 honors people in Black culture, including writers, musicians, filmmakers and more. This milestone event will honor 25 years of cultural excellence, spotlighting the most influential names in music, film, television, and sports.
Set to be one of the biggest BET Awards ever, the star-studded performer lineup includes 5-time GRAMMY® Award winning global hip hop icon Lil Wayne, trailblazing multi-hyphenate Teyana Taylor, with a one night only legendary performance unlike anything you’ve seen before, GRAMMY® nominated superstar GloRilla, genre-defying hitmaker Playboi Carti, and GRAMMY® Award winning singer, songwriter, and producer Leon Thomas, who Nickelodeon viewers will recognize from Victorious.
“We’re setting the tone for a night that celebrates 25 years of impact, creativity, and Black culture,” said Connie Orlando, EVP of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy at BET. “With electrifying performances from some of the biggest names in music and an iconic comedic host, BET Awards 2025 will be a can’t-miss celebration of everything the culture represents.”
Legendary comedian, actor, producer, and global box office sensation Kevin Hart will bring his signature energy and humor as host of BET Awards 2025.
Kendrick Lamar leads BET Awards 2025 nominations with ten, Doechii, Drake, Future and GloRilla are tied with six nominations, Metro Boomin earned five nominations, and SZA and The Weeknd are tied with four nominations each.
BET has also announced that it will celebrate the 25th anniversary of legendary music video countdown show 106 & Park with a must-see tribute, and creative directed by Teyana Taylor and The Aunties Production, Beloved former hosts AJ Calloway, Free Marie Wright, Julissa Bermudez, Keshia Chanté, Rocsi Diaz, and Terrence J will reunite on stage for a nostalgic celebration. The tribute will feature timeline-shattering performances from previous host and Mr. 106 & Park, Bow Wow, Amerie, B2K, Jim Jones, Mya, T.I., and more, bringing back the culture-defining energy, music and moments of the history-making franchise.
Connie Orlando, EVP of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy, serves as the Executive Producer for BET Awards 2025, with Jamal Noisette, SVP of Tentpoles & Music Community Engagement, for BET. Jesse Collins Entertainment is the production company for the show, with Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay also serving as Executive Producers.
Expect more exciting announcements, including more performers, honorees, and more. Additionally, Culture's Biggest Week returns with BET Experience 2025 (BETX)—four days of immersive fan-focused events from Thursday, June 5, through Sunday, June 8, ahead of the BET Awards 2025. To register for the free BETX Fan Fest, visit BETExperience.com. BET Experience 2025 is co-produced by Live Nation Urban.
BET.com/bet-awards is the official site for BET Awards 2025 and will have all the latest news and updates about this year's show. Follow BET @BET and @BETAWARDS.
Connie Orlando, EVP, Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy, will oversee and Executive Produce the annual show, with Jamal Noisette, SVP, Tentpoles & Music Community Engagement for BET. Jesse Collins Entertainment is the production company for the show, with Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay also serving as Executive Producers.
CBS TO PRESENT MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAS) FOR THE FIRST TIME, AIRING LIVE SUNDAY, SEPT. 7 FROM UBS ARENA, AND STREAMING ON PARAMOUNT+
Three-Hour CBS Broadcast to Simulcast on MTV; One-Hour Live Pre-Show to Air Across Paramount Media Networks
CBS to present MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) for the first time, airing LIVE from UBS Arena, Sunday, Sept. 7 (8:00-11:00 PM, ET/5:00-8:00 PM PT), and streaming on Paramount+.
Three-hour CBS broadcast to simulcast on MTV; one-hour live pre-show to air across Paramount Media Networks.
The 2024 VMAs delivered its biggest multi-network audience in four years (+25% YOY) and ranked as the most social VMAs in show history, with 66.7 million social interactions.
For more than four decades, the VMAs have been a pop culture juggernaut, celebrating the best music videos of the year with history-making performances, iconic tributes, culture-defining moments and the biggest surprises from the world’s biggest superstars.
Nominations, performers and additional details will be announced closer to the show.
The 2025 VMAs are executive produced by Bruce Gillmer and Den of Thieves co-founder Jesse Ignjatovic. Barb Bialkowski is co-executive producer. Alicia Portugal and Jackie Barba are executives in charge of production. Wendy Plaut is executive in charge of celebrity talent. Lisa Lauricella is executive in charge of music talent.
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In addition to MTV, the 2024 VMAS was also simulcast on Nickelodeon BET, BET Her, CMT, Comedy Central, Logo, MTV2, Paramount Network, Pop, TV Land and VH1.
Taylor Swift, who came in with 10 nominations last year, led the pack at the awards show with five wins in total including Artists of the Year and Video of the Year for “Fortnight,” her duet with Post Malone. Other wins came from Ariana Grande, Eminem, Megan Thee Stallion and SZA. Sabrina Carpenter won Song of the Year (“Espresso”) while Chappell Roan won Best New Artist.
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 9, 2024 – Today, the Golden Globes® announced the nominees for the 82ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES®, which will air live on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025 (8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/5:00-8:00 PM, live PT) on CBS and stream on Paramount+ in the U.S. (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special airs).* Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut presented nominees for each of the 27 award categories at a press conference at the Beverly Hilton.
The Golden Globes, often referred to as “Hollywood’s Party of the Year®,” is the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of both film and television. Multi-Emmy Award®-winning producing duo Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner of White Cherry Entertainment (WCE) will return as executive producing showrunners for the 82ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES. Dick Clark Productions will plan, host and produce the 82ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES, which has been viewed in more than 185 countries and territories worldwide. This year’s votes were tabulated by KPMG, the U.S. audit, tax, and advisory firm.
Following is the complete list of Nominees for the 82ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES:
BEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA
THE BRUTALIST (A24)
A COMPLETE UNKNOWN (Searchlight Pictures)
CONCLAVE (Focus Features)
DUNE: PART TWO (Warner Bros. Pictures)
NICKEL BOYS (Orion Pictures / Amazon MGM Studios)
SEPTEMBER 5 (Paramount Pictures)
BEST MOTION PICTURE – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
ANORA (NEON)
CHALLENGERS (Amazon MGM Studios)
EMILIA PÉREZ (Netflix)
A REAL PAIN (Searchlight Pictures)
THE SUBSTANCE (MUBI)
WICKED (Universal Pictures)
BEST MOTION PICTURE – ANIMATED
FLOW (Sideshow / Janus Films)
INSIDE OUT 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
MEMOIR OF A SNAIL (IFC Films)
MOANA 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
WALLACE & GROMIT: VENGEANCE MOST FOWL (Netflix)
THE WILD ROBOT (Universal Pictures)
CINEMATIC AND BOX OFFICE ACHIEVEMENT
ALIEN: ROMULUS (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE (Warner Bros. Pictures)
DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
GLADIATOR II (Paramount Pictures)
INSIDE OUT 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
TWISTERS (Universal Pictures)
WICKED (Universal Pictures)
THE WILD ROBOT (Universal Pictures)
BEST MOTION PICTURE – NON-ENGLISH LANGUAGE
ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT (Sideshow / Janus Films) - USA / FRANCE / INDIA
EMILIA PÉREZ (Netflix) - FRANCE
THE GIRL WITH THE NEEDLE (MUBI) - POLAND / SWEDEN / DENMARK
I’M STILL HERE (Sony Pictures Classics) - BRAZIL
THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG (NEON) - USA / GERMANY
VERMIGLIO (Sideshow / Janus Films) - ITALY
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA
PAMELA ANDERSON (THE LAST SHOWGIRL)
ANGELINA JOLIE (MARIA)
NICOLE KIDMAN (BABYGIRL)
TILDA SWINTON (THE ROOM NEXT DOOR)
FERNANDA TORRES (I’M STILL HERE)
KATE WINSLET (LEE)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA
ADRIEN BRODY (THE BRUTALIST)
TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET (A COMPLETE UNKNOWN)
DANIEL CRAIG (QUEER)
COLMAN DOMINGO (SING SING)
RALPH FIENNES (CONCLAVE)
SEBASTIAN STAN (THE APPRENTICE)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
AMY ADAMS (NIGHTBITCH)
CYNTHIA ERIVO (WICKED)
KARLA SOFÍA GASCÓN (EMILIA PÉREZ)
MIKEY MADISON (ANORA)
DEMI MOORE (THE SUBSTANCE)
ZENDAYA (CHALLENGERS)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
JESSE EISENBERG (A REAL PAIN)
HUGH GRANT (HERETIC)
GABRIEL LABELLE (SATURDAY NIGHT)
JESSE PLEMONS (KINDS OF KINDNESS)
GLEN POWELL (HIT MAN)
SEBASTIAN STAN (A DIFFERENT MAN)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN ANY MOTION PICTURE
SELENA GOMEZ (EMILIA PÉREZ)
ARIANA GRANDE (WICKED)
FELICITY JONES (THE BRUTALIST)
MARGARET QUALLEY (THE SUBSTANCE)
ISABELLA ROSSELLINI (CONCLAVE)
ZOE SALDAÑA (EMILIA PÉREZ)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN ANY MOTION PICTURE
YURA BORISOV (ANORA)
KIERAN CULKIN (A REAL PAIN)
EDWARD NORTON (A COMPLETE UNKNOWN)
GUY PEARCE (THE BRUTALIST)
JEREMY STRONG (THE APPRENTICE)
DENZEL WASHINGTON (GLADIATOR II)
BEST DIRECTOR – MOTION PICTURE
JACQUES AUDIARD (EMILIA PÉREZ)
SEAN BAKER (ANORA)
EDWARD BERGER (CONCLAVE)
BRADY CORBET (THE BRUTALIST)
CORALIE FARGEAT (THE SUBSTANCE)
PAYAL KAPADIA (ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT)
BEST SCREENPLAY – MOTION PICTURE
JACQUES AUDIARD (EMILIA PÉREZ)
SEAN BAKER (ANORA)
BRADY CORBET, MONA FASTVOLD (THE BRUTALIST)
JESSE EISENBERG (A REAL PAIN)
CORALIE FARGEAT (THE SUBSTANCE)
PETER STRAUGHAN (CONCLAVE)
BEST ORIGINAL SCORE – MOTION PICTURE
VOLKER BERTELMANN (CONCLAVE)
DANIEL BLUMBERG (THE BRUTALIST)
KRIS BOWERS (THE WILD ROBOT)
CLÉMENT DUCOL, CAMILLE (EMILIA PÉREZ)
TRENT REZNOR, ATTICUS ROSS (CHALLENGERS)
HANS ZIMMER (DUNE: PART TWO)
BEST ORIGINAL SONG – MOTION PICTURE
“BEAUTIFUL THAT WAY” –– THE LAST SHOWGIRL
Music & Lyrics by: Andrew Wyatt, Miley Cyrus, Lykke Zachrisson
“COMPRESS / REPRESS” –– CHALLENGERS
Music & Lyrics by: Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, Luca Guadagnino
“EL MAL” –– EMILIA PÉREZ
Music & Lyrics by: Clément Ducol, Camille, Jacques Audiard
“FORBIDDEN ROAD” –– BETTER MAN
Music & Lyrics by: Robbie Williams, Freddy Wexler, Sacha Skarbek
“KISS THE SKY” –– THE WILD ROBOT
Music & Lyrics by: Delacey, Jordan K. Johnson, Stefan Johnson, Maren Morris, Michael Pollack, Ali Tamposi
“MI CAMINO” –– EMILIA PÉREZ
Music & Lyrics by: Clément Ducol, Camille
BEST TELEVISION SERIES – DRAMA
THE DAY OF THE JACKAL (PEACOCK)
THE DIPLOMAT (NETFLIX)
MR. & MRS. SMITH (PRIME VIDEO)
SHŌGUN (FX/HULU)
SLOW HORSES (APPLE TV+)
SQUID GAME (NETFLIX)
BEST TELEVISION SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
ABBOTT ELEMENTARY (ABC)
THE BEAR (FX/HULU)
THE GENTLEMEN (NETFLIX)
HACKS (HBO | MAX)
NOBODY WANTS THIS (NETFLIX)
ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING (HULU)
BEST TELEVISION LIMITED SERIES, ANTHOLOGY SERIES OR MOTION PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION
BABY REINDEER (NETFLIX)
DISCLAIMER (APPLE TV+)
MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY (NETFLIX)
THE PENGUIN (HBO | MAX)
RIPLEY (NETFLIX)
TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY (HBO | MAX)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – DRAMA
KATHY BATES (MATLOCK)
EMMA D’ARCY (HOUSE OF THE DRAGON)
MAYA ERSKINE (MR. & MRS. SMITH)
KEIRA KNIGHTLEY (BLACK DOVES)
KERI RUSSELL (THE DIPLOMAT)
ANNA SAWAI (SHŌGUN)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – DRAMA
DONALD GLOVER (MR. & MRS. SMITH)
JAKE GYLLENHAAL (PRESUMED INNOCENT)
GARY OLDMAN (SLOW HORSES)
EDDIE REDMAYNE (THE DAY OF THE JACKAL)
HIROYUKI SANADA (SHŌGUN)
BILLY BOB THORNTON (LANDMAN)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
KRISTEN BELL (NOBODY WANTS THIS)
QUINTA BRUNSON (ABBOTT ELEMENTARY)
AYO EDEBIRI (THE BEAR)
SELENA GOMEZ (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING)
KATHRYN HAHN (AGATHA ALL ALONG)
JEAN SMART (HACKS)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
ADAM BRODY (NOBODY WANTS THIS)
TED DANSON (A MAN ON THE INSIDE)
STEVE MARTIN (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING)
JASON SEGEL (SHRINKING)
MARTIN SHORT (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING)
JEREMY ALLEN WHITE (THE BEAR)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A LIMITED SERIES, ANTHOLOGY SERIES, OR A MOTION PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION
CATE BLANCHETT (DISCLAIMER)
JODIE FOSTER (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)
CRISTIN MILIOTI (THE PENGUIN)
SOFÍA VERGARA (GRISELDA)
NAOMI WATTS (FEUD: CAPOTE VS. THE SWANS)
KATE WINSLET (THE REGIME)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A LIMITED SERIES, ANTHOLOGY SERIES, OR A MOTION PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION
COLIN FARRELL (THE PENGUIN)
RICHARD GADD (BABY REINDEER)
KEVIN KLINE (DISCLAIMER)
COOPER KOCH (MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY)
EWAN MCGREGOR (A GENTLEMAN IN MOSCOW)
ANDREW SCOTT (RIPLEY)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE ON TELEVISION
LIZA COLÓN-ZAYAS (THE BEAR)
HANNAH EINBINDER (HACKS)
DAKOTA FANNING (RIPLEY)
JESSICA GUNNING (BABY REINDEER)
ALLISON JANNEY (THE DIPLOMAT)
KALI REIS (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE ON TELEVISION
TADANOBU ASANO (SHŌGUN)
JAVIER BARDEM (MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY)
HARRISON FORD (SHRINKING)
JACK LOWDEN (SLOW HORSES)
DIEGO LUNA (LA MÁQUINA)
EBON MOSS-BACHRACH (THE BEAR)
BEST PERFORMANCE IN STAND-UP COMEDY ON TELEVISION
JAMIE FOXX (JAMIE FOXX: WHAT HAD HAPPENED WAS)
NIKKI GLASER (NIKKI GLASER: SOMEDAY YOU’LL DIE)
SETH MEYERS (SETH MEYERS: DAD MAN WALKING)
ADAM SANDLER (ADAM SANDLER: LOVE YOU)
ALI WONG (ALI WONG: SINGLE LADY)
RAMY YOUSSEF (RAMY YOUSSEF: MORE FEELINGS)
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NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR “THE 67TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS”®
Beyoncé leads with 11 Nominations; Charli xcx, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan and Taylor Swift Are This Year’s Other Leading Nominees
“Music’s Biggest Night®” Airs Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, on CBS
Nominees for THE 67TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS® have been announced and topping the list are Beyoncé (11), Charli xcx (7), Billie Eilish (7), Kendrick Lamar (7), Post Malone (7), Sabrina Carpenter (6), Chappell Roan (6) and Taylor Swift (6). As the only peer-voted music award, the GRAMMY Awards® are selected by the Recording Academy®’s voting membership body of music makers, who represent all genres and creative disciplines, including recording artists, songwriters, composers, producers, mixers and engineers. The nominees were announced via a livestream event on live.GRAMMY.com and YouTube.
The GRAMMY Awards will return to Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 (8:00-11:30 PM, live ET/5:00-8:30 PM, live PT) on the CBS Television Network and stream live and on-demand on Paramount+* (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special airs)*.
“Today we celebrate the amazing creative achievements of our music community,” said Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. “It was an incredible year in music and these nominations reflect the work of a voting body that is more representative of the music community than ever before. The GRAMMY became music’s most coveted award precisely because the recognition comes from one’s peers, and I’m so grateful for the Academy’s 13,000 voting members who take the time to evaluate all the amazing music, cast their votes and honor their peers. Congratulations to all the nominees.”
This year’s eligibility period includes recordings released between Sept. 16, 2023 and Aug. 30, 2024. The final round of GRAMMY voting, which will determine GRAMMY recipients, will take place Dec. 12, 2024 to Jan. 3, 2025.
Prior to the telecast, the GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony® will be held at the Peacock Theater at 12:30 PM, PT and will be streamed live on live.GRAMMY.com and the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel.
THE 67TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS will again be produced by Fulwell 73 Productions for the Recording Academy. Ben Winston, Raj Kapoor and Jesse Collins are executive producers.
The following is a sampling of nominations from THE 67TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS’ 12 fields and 94 categories. For a complete nominations list, visit GRAMMY.com.
Record of the Year
“Now and Then” – The Beatles
“TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” – Beyoncé
“Espresso” – Sabrina Carpenter
“360” – Charli xcx
“BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – Billie Eilish
“Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar
“Good Luck, Babe!” – Chappell Roan
“Fortnight” – Taylor Swift Featuring Post Malone
Album of the Year
New Blue Sun – André 3000
COWBOY CARTER – Beyoncé
Short n’ Sweet – Sabrina Carpenter
BRAT – Charli xcx
Djesse Vol. 4 – Jacob Collier
HIT ME HARD AND SOFT – Billie Eilish
Chappell Roan the Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess – Chappell Roan
THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT – Taylor Swift
Song of the Year
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – Sean Cook, Jerrel Jones, Joe Kent, Chibueze Collins Obinna, Nevin Sastry & Mark Williams, songwriters (Shaboozey)
“BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – Billie Eilish O’Connell & Finneas O’Connell, songwriters (Billie Eilish)
“Die with a Smile” – Dernst “D’Mile” Emile II, James Fauntleroy, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars & Andrew Watt, songwriters (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars)
“Fortnight” – Jack Antonoff, Austin Post & Taylor Swift, songwriters (Taylor Swift Featuring Post Malone)
“Good Luck, Babe!” – Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, Daniel Nigro & Justin Tranter, songwriters (Chappell Roan)
“Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar, songwriter (Kendrick Lamar)
Shōgun – Nick Chuba, Atticus Ross & Leopold Ross, composers
Best Opera Recording
Adams: Girls of the Golden West – John Adams, conductor; Paul Appleby, Julia Bullock, Hye Jung Lee, Daniela Mack, Elliot Madore, Ryan McKinny & Davóne Tines; Dmitriy Lipay, producer (Los Angeles Philharmonic; Los Angeles Master Chorale)
Catán: Florencia en el Amazonas – Yannick Nézet-Séguin, conductor; Mario Chang, Michael Chioldi, Greer Grimsley, Nancy Fabiola Herrera, Mattia Olivieri, Ailyn Pérez & Gabriella Reyes; David Frost, producer (The Metropolitan Opera Orchestra; The Metropolitan Opera Chorus)
Moravec: The Shining – Gerard Schwarz, conductor; Tristan Hallett, Kelly Kaduce & Edward Parks; Blanton Alspaugh, producer (Kansas City Symphony; Lyric Opera of Kansas City Chorus)
Puts: The Hours – Yannick Nézet-Séguin, conductor; Joyce DiDonato, Renée Fleming & Kelli O’Hara; David Frost, producer (Metropolitan Opera Orchestra; Metropolitan Opera Chorus)
Saariaho: Adriana Mater – Esa-Pekka Salonen, conductor; Fleur Barron, Axelle Fanyo, Nicholas Phan & Christopher Purves; Jason O’Connell, producer (San Francisco Symphony; San Francisco Symphony Chorus; Timo Kurkikangas)
THE 67TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS is distributed internationally by Paramount Global Content Distribution, excluding Latin America.
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About the Recording Academy
The Recording Academy represents the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals. Dedicated to ensuring the recording arts remain a thriving part of our shared cultural heritage, the Academy honors music’s history while investing in its future through the GRAMMY Museum®, advocates on behalf of music creators, supports music people in times of need through MusiCares®, and celebrates artistic excellence through the GRAMMY Awards – music’s only peer-recognized accolade and highest achievement. As the world’s leading society of music professionals, we work year-round to foster a more inspiring world for creators.
The Toy Foundation™ Announces 2025 Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) Award Finalists
115 Toys & Games to Top Holiday Wish Lists!
NEW YORK, NY | November 7, 2024 – From a doll hidden behind a magic mirror to a sound-sensing robot, to dozens of toys that innovate beloved play patterns, the 2025 Toy of the Year® (TOTY®) Award finalists, announced today by The Toy Foundation™ (TTF), represent the most sought-out toys just in time for the holiday season. Known as the “Oscars of the toy industry,” the TOTY Awards celebrate the creativity of the global toy community and serves as a key fundraiser for TTF’s year-round philanthropic work supporting children in need.
Between now and January 10, 2025, play-lovers of all ages can visit ToyAwards.org to vote for their favorite playthings in each of the 16 categories, browse toys, and make shopping lists for the holidays. Finalists were announced this morning by a group of well-known content creators who serve as TOTY ambassadors. See the full list of finalists below.
Winners in each category, as well as the coveted overall Toy of the Year winner and the People’s Choice winner (based solely on consumer votes), will be announced at the TOTY Awards gala on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. The celebration kicks off Toy Fair® 2025 (March 1-4, 2025) and includes the induction of seven trailblazers into the esteemed Toy Industry Hall of Fame.
All event proceeds (including TOTY nomination fees) benefit TTF’s initiatives, including the Children’s Hospital Play Grants program to bring the healing power of play to children in hospital settings; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program to reach all communities with play; and The Toy Bank program to deliver the comfort and security of a toy to children in need around the world. The TOTY celebration will spotlight each of these program areas and the impact of bringing the benefits of play to children in need, as well as serve as an opportunity to donate and further its mission.
“This year’s TOTY finalists exemplify our industry’s talent for delivering joy, encouraging exploration, and enhancing learning through the power of play,” said Pam Mastrota, executive director of The Toy Foundation. “We are proud to not only celebrate these innovative playthings but also the philanthropic impact fundraising for the TOTY Awards celebration will have in supporting the physical and emotional wellbeing of children in need around the world. We invite everyone to have a say in the next TOTY winners and cast their votes!”
2025 TOTY FINALISTS
Additional details on each finalist are available at ToyAwards.org
ACTION FIGURE OF THE YEAR
Toys that represent a person or fictional character intended for active, imaginative, and narrative-based play.
DC Multiverse Batman (Batman: Classic TV Series) Action Figure by McFarlane Toys
Godzilla x Kong 13" Mega Figures by Playmates Toys, Inc.
LEGO DC Batman: Batman Construction Figure and the Bat-Pod Bike by LEGO Systems, Inc.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 12-Inch Ultimate Talking Sonic Figure by JAKKS Pacific
Stumble Guys Action Figures by P.M.I. Trading & Enterprise Ltd
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pet to Ninja Deluxe Figures by Playmates Toys, Inc.
Transformers One Power Flip Optimus Prime (Orion Pax) by Hasbro, Inc.
COLLECTIBLE OF THE YEAR
Toys that compose a set and are designed to be collected in multiples; can include novelty playthings, miniature versions of existing lines, licensed collectibles, etc.
Deddy Bears Plush in Coffin by Innov8 Academy
Disney Lacers by Disney Consumer Products
Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game by Ravensburger North America, Inc.
Enchanted Elegance Collection - Ariel, Mulan, Rapunzel by Mattel, Inc.
LEGO Minifigures Dungeons & Dragons by LEGO Systems, Inc.
Pokémon Trainer Guess: Unova Edition by Ultra PRO
Pop! Yourself by Funko Inc.
Sticki Rolls Sticki Book by Sky Castle Toys
CONSTRUCTION TOY/PLAYSET OF THE YEAR
Toys that include building as the primary play pattern and/or playsets with pieces that are designed to work together to enact some action or event, including characters and role play.
Gecko Run: Marble Run by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
LEGO Ideas Dungeons & Dragons: Red Dragon’s Tale Set by LEGO Systems, Inc.
LEGO City Space Base and Rocket Launchpad by LEGO Systems, Inc.
Miraculous Paris Heroez Playset by Playmates Toys, Inc.
Park & Play Camper by The Radio Flyer Company
TECTI Kinetic Building System by Fun in Motion Toys
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Classic Technodrome Playset by Playmates Toys, Inc.
CREATIVE TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that allow kids to build and/or make items that are unique to them.
Clixo Tropical Birds Pack by Toyish Labs Inc.
HEY CLAY Fluffy Pets by TRENDFORMER LIMITED
Melissa & Doug Sticker WOW! by Spin Master Corporation
Mini Brands Create MasterChef by ZURU, Inc.
Mini Pottery Studio by Make It Real
Playper Curious Kingdom Castle Playset by Playper
STEM Explorers Pixel Suncatchers by Learning Resources Inc.
DOLL OF THE YEAR
Toys that include baby, toddler, and fashion dolls.
12” Rainbow Brite Doll by The Loyal Subjects
Be Loved Babies by IMC Toys US, Inc
Disney Junior Splash & Glow Ariel Doll by Just Play, LLC
Magic Mixies Pixie Supremes Magic Mirror by Moose Toys, LLC
Miraculous Hero Switch Ladybug by Playmates Toys, Inc.
My Friends & Me Baby Doll with Vitiligo by Miniland Educational Corp.
Yummiland by MGA Entertainment
EDUCATIONAL TOY OF THE YEAR
Recognizing that all toys have learning benefits, this category is meant for toys and games that go above and beyond and are designed specifically to meet an educational purpose such as helping a child develop a particular skill or teaching a child about a particular subject area (including but not limited to STEM).
Bionic Robotic Arm by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
DK Virtual Reality History! by Abacus Brands, Inc
HyperTiles by Fun in Motion Toys
LEGO Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit by LEGO Systems, Inc.
National Geographic Epic Circuits Science Kit by Blue Marble
Story Time Backgammon by Story Time Learning
Tonies Audiobooks by Tonies USA
ZipString Luma by ZipString
GAME OF THE YEAR
For families and children’s (ages 0-14) games including board, card, electronic or other physical game formats and puzzles, exclusive of video or app games.
Chronicles of Light: Darkness Falls (Disney Edition) by Ravensburger North America, Inc.
Flip 7 by The Op
Gnome Hollow by The Op
Hitster by Jumbo Group
Life in Reterra by Hasbro, Inc.
SNAP 2 IT by Elenco Electronics, LLC
UNO Show 'em No Mercy by Mattel, Inc.
GROWN-UP TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys and games developed primarily for grown-ups/kidults, including party games, board games, collectibles, arts and crafts, and more. These toys are often fueled by fandoms, social media, and mature humor.
Hot Wheels x Daniel Arsham Collection by Mattel, Inc.
Kanoodle Ultimate Champion by Educational Insights
LEGO Ideas JAWS by LEGO Systems, Inc.
LEGO Ideas Polaroid OneStep SX-70 Camera by LEGO Systems, Inc.
Oh My Pigeons! by Ravensburger North America, Inc.
The Gang by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
Trivial Pursuit Generations by Ageless Innovation
INFANT/TODDLER TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that are developed for ages 0-3 (0-18 months infant/18 months-3 years toddler).
Bebé Fuerte Count & Groove Bouncy Barbell by TOMY
Discoverosity 3-in-1 Sensory Table by Skip Hop
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Ultimate Playhouse by Mattel, Inc.
Jelly Blox Stash 'N Stack 2-in-1 Storage Case by Goliath North America
LEGO DUPLO 3in1 Space Shuttle Adventure by LEGO Systems, Inc.
Ms. Rachel Surprise Learning Box by Spin Master Corporation
Scan & Sort Grocery Cart with Lights and Sounds by The Radio Flyer Company
LICENSE OF THE YEAR
Character or property that has had success spreading its brand through the development and merchandising of products developed from the intellectual property.
Barbie 65th Anniversary by Mattel, Inc.
Bluey by BBC Studios
Ms. Rachel by Spin Master Corporation
Pokémon by The Pokémon Company International, Inc.
Polly Pocket 35th Anniversary by Mattel, Inc.
Squishmallows by Jazwares
Stitch by Disney Consumer Products
OUTDOOR TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that are designed for outdoor play, including ride-ons, i.e. motorized vehicles, bicycles, scooters, wagons, bubbles, sports toys, role play etc.
Cornhole Shootout by ABetter Design Company
EastPoint Sports Premium Axe Throw Target Game by Buffalo Games Inc.
Flybar GLOW Bumper Car by Flybar Inc
Mega Cyborg Hydro Blaster by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
Miracle-Gro Kids' Garden Tool Set by Red Tool Box Ltd.
PoppinColorz Hydra 2-in-1 Blaster by South Beach Bubbles
WonderWalks Exploration Game by Pennycake
PLUSH TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that are made of fabric and stuffed with soft filling, including toys with interactive or electronic features.
Disney Shoulder Plush by Disney Consumer Products
Emotional Baggage by Solobo Toys
Fahlo Animal Tracking Plush by Fahlo
FurReal Peanut the Playful Monkey by Just Play, LLC
Hello Kitty Loves Cheer Bear 10” Collectible Care Bears Plush 2-Pack by Basic Fun!
Little Live Pets My Baby Monkey by Moose Toys, LLC
Ms. Rachel Speak & Sing Doll by Spin Master Corporation
PRESCHOOL TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys that are developed for ages 3-5.
BRIO World Dinosaur Deluxe Train Set by Ravensburger North America, Inc.
Color Wonder Magic Light Brush by Crayola, LLC
Fisher-Price Rockin' Record Player by Mattel, Inc.
Imaginext Star Wars Darth Vader Bot by Mattel, Inc.
Magic Adventures Binoculars by LeapFrog
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine by MGA Entertainment
Melissa & Doug Sort, Stock, Select Wooden Vending Machine Play Set by Spin Master Corporation
Tile Town Bluey Heeler Home by Moose Toys, LLC
SPECIALTY TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys from manufacturers that primarily do business through independent retailers (neighborhood toy stores, museum shops, vacation destinations, and similar venues) or in limited quantities online. Voted on exclusively by specialty retailers through Astra.
Dynamic Pixel Piano by Hape
HEXEL by Plus-Plus USA
LEGO Gravity Drop by Klutz
Living Puppets Murray by Thin Air Brands, LLC
Pinball Machine Maker: Gumball Rally by Thames & Kosmos LLC
Professor Maxwell’s VR Atlas 2.0 by Abacus Brands, Inc
Snap Circuits Nite Lite by Elenco Electronics, LLC
TECH TOY OF THE YEAR
Toys created in any category that have a meaningful tech element involved, that is directly related to or extremely enhances the play pattern.
Bitzee Disney by Spin Master Corporation
Hatchimals Alive Mystery Hatch by Spin Master Corporation
Hero: Sound-Sensing Robot by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
Pictionary vs. AI by Mattel, Inc.
PLAi Poe The Ai Story Bear by Skyrocket Toys
RealFX Disney Stitch Puppet by WOW! Stuff
TapTap Arcade by FlyCatcher Inc.
VEHICLE OF THE YEAR
Toy cars, trucks, trains, and other vehicles in all scales, including R/C vehicles and ride-ons not exclusively for outdoor use.
Flat 2 Fast Card Racers by Luki Lab
Go! Go! Smart Wheels Checkered Flag Motorized Track Set by VTech Electronics North America, LLC
Kids Clean Car by Henry's Toy Box Inc
LEGO Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance by LEGO Systems, Inc.
Play-Doh Pizza Delivery Scooter Playset by Hasbro, Inc.
RoboRails: The Robot Monorail System by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
Sky Viper Type-R Performance Racing Drone by Skyrocket Toys
For more information about the TOTY Awards voting and selection process, visit ToyAwards.org.
The TOTY Awards gala is open exclusively to toy industry professionals. Tickets for the event will be available for purchase on December 2; all TOTY proceeds are donated to The Toy Foundation, which partners with generous toy companies throughout the year to bring brand-new toys to children who are sick, at-risk, in foster care, impoverished, or otherwise in need.
Transformers One Power Flip Optimus Prime (Orion Pax)
Experience the epic origins of Transformers with this Power Flip Optimus Prime (Orion Pax) action figure! Inspired by the heroic journey of Optimus Prime depicted in the Transformers One movie, this toy converts between four different modes: Orion Pax, Cybertronian Truck, Optimus Prime, and Ultimate Optimus Prime. During the conversion process, Power Flip Optimus Prime grows in height from 8 to 10 inches. Hold the toy’s arms and flip the figure for an epic finale to finish the conversion to Ultimate Optimus Prime. Lights, sounds, and phrases activate at the push of a button or by converting between modes.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pet to Ninja Deluxe Figures
Ooze turned these teens from pet turtles to a crime-fighting ninja team! Recreate the iconic mutation at home with the Pet to Ninja figures. The transformation is easy (and less messy than using ooze)! Start by lifting the back shell of the Mutations Deluxe 5.5" Turtle and extending his legs. Then, pull on its front shell and twist to transform! Snap the shells back into place and jump into action! Each figure is highly poseable and ready for action-packed battle! The highly detailed figures come with each character's signature weapon, a pizza throwing star, and a display stand.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 12-Inch Ultimate Talking Sonic Figure
This 12-inch movie-styled Sonic figure is the ultimate Sonic the Hedgehog toy! This figure has 15 points of articulation, boasts a realistic movie aesthetic, includes more than 30 iconic and humorous phrases and sounds from the films, and lights up! Press Sonic’s chest to activate light-up eyes and quills, or press Sonic’s hands and sneakers to activate the phrases and sounds and really bring the action to life!
The Technodrome Vehicle Playset is authentically sculpted and decorated to match the original release of the toy more than 30 years ago. It features three Mutant Play Areas inside — the Spring-Loaded Brain Scrambler, Turtle-Smashing EyeSpy Radar, and Turtle Mutation Chamber — and more Turtle-tenderizin’ traps. The Classic Technodrome is packed out in classic 1980s graphics for the ultimate retro design.
The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) is a 501 (c)(3) children's charity and philanthropic arm of The Toy Association™. The uniting force for the collective philanthropy of the toy industry for the benefit of all children in need, TTF works with small, medium, and large companies to create a world where every child experiences the comfort, joy, and extraordinary physical, emotional, and educational benefits of play through three program areas — The Toy Bank, Play Grants, and Talent Pipeline Program. Thanks to the toy industry’s support, TTF has delivered play to more than 33 million children in need around the world.
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