Star Trek star Nichelle Nichols has been diagnosed with “moderate progressive dementia.” [TMZ]

The Venice Film Festival is under fire from the European Women’s Audiovisual Network and other advocacy groups due to the lack of women directors in its lineup. [Deadline]

The Oscars’ plan for a “popular film” category faces a backlash. [CBS News]

Gal Gadot announces she’s playing Shank in Ralph Breaks the Internet. [Gal Gadot]

Sony is planning on a Venom Universe, featuring heroes and villains who populate the Spider-Man universe. [Variety]

Renee Young is to serve as guest commentator for an entire episode of Monday Night RAW. [ESPN]

Sorry James Bond fans, those rumors about Idris Elba are probably not what you think. [The Playlist]

60 Minutes boss Jeff Fager tolerated years of allegedly abusive conduct by senior producer. [Washington Post]

GLOW bosses on the importance of a kid-friendly workspace. [Variety]

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