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James WigneyHit.TV Editor/Scene editor

James Wigney is the editor of the Hit.TV and Scene entertainment liftouts in the Herald Sun and Sunday Herald sun and has been writing about film, music, television and comedy for more than two decades. In that time he has interviewed some of the biggest names in the entertainment world – from Pink Floyd and Pink to Harrison Ford and Jennifer Lawrence – and been behind the scenes on Marvel and James Bond films and backstage with Coldplay and U2. He’s also a pop culture tragic, with a particular interest in sci-fi, and very broad musical tastes (and a particular soft spot for classic rock).

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Deborah Mailman as Senator Alex Irving in Season 3 of the Australian political drama Total Control.

‘Devastated’: Deborah Mailman’s Voice heartbreak

Despite being “absolutely” heartbroken by the result of the Voice referendum, Logie-winning Deborah Mailman is more determined than ever to tell First Nations stories.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos DECEMBER 18, 2023: Joel Edgerton pictured in Sydney ahead of his new movie The Boys in The Boat . Picture: NCA NewsWire / Nikki Short

‘Always doubting’: Joel Edgerton’s big fear revealed

Despite a 20-year blockbuster career working with some of the world’s biggest names, the Aussie star has revealed one of his greatest fears.

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TORONTO, ONTARIO - SEPTEMBER 09: (NO COVERS) Taylor Swift attends 'In Conversation With... Taylor Swift' during the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival at TIFF Bell Lightbox on September 09, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Every Taylor Swift album, ranked from 1 to 10

These are Taylor Swift’s albums ranked from worst to best (or least good to most brilliant – don’t @ me, Swifties). Vote for your favourite.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 27: Chris Hemsworth and Taika Waititi attend the Sydney premiere of Thor: Love And Thunder at Hoyts Entertainment Quarter on June 27, 2022 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images)

Thor director reveals special bond with Chris Hemsworth

Oscar-winning Kiwi director Taika Waititi has opened up about the close relationship he shares with Thor star Chris Hemsworth.

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Both of the artists have beaten cancer

‘Sweetheart’ Kylie’s special bond with guitar legend

Six-time Grammy-winning guitarist and producer Nile Rodgers has revealed the special bond he shares with superstar Kylie Minogue, as well as other Aussie music icons.

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Australian actor Matt Day in special shoot for the BINGE drama Strife.

‘Very old’: Muriel’s Wedding star 30 years after hit

When actor Matt Day made Muriel’s Wedding nearly 30 years ago, he didn’t have very high hopes, but reveals how that lucky break is still changing his life.

Australian actor Maia Mitchell in special shoot for The Artful Dodger.

‘A no-brainer’: Aussie star shines in brand-new Disney+ series

Maia Mitchell made her name overseas in The Fosters and Good Trouble, she couldn’t believe her luck when she scored the chance to shoot a project at home — even if it meant braving a corset.

Australian women's cricketer and Fox Cricket commentator and ambassador Alyssa Healy.

‘Gross’: Alyssa Healy’s comeback after dog bite surgery

Australian women’s cricket wicketkeeper – and aspiring captain – Alyssa Healy says her finger still looks “gross” after a dog bite, but she still has plans afoot to play cricket.

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HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 13: Hunter Schafer attends "The Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds And Snakes" Los Angeles Fan Event at TCL Chinese Theatre on November 13, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images for Lionsgate)

Why Hunger Games star Hunter Schafer is a proud trans activist

Trans actor Hunter Schafer explains why she’s proud that Euphoria and the new Hunger Games prequel have combined her love of fashion and activism for LGBTQ rights.

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LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 09: Tom Blyth and Rachel Zegler attend "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes" World Premiere at BFI IMAX Waterloo on November 09, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)

How Crowe, Blanchett helped Tom Blyth’s career

Hunger Games prequel star Tom Blyth, who had humble beginnings as an actor, has revealed how the Aussie Oscar-winners helped kickstart his career. See the exclusive video.

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