Continuing her critically acclaimed run in Hacks , Smart has been a focal point for discussions on "second acts" in Hollywood, sweeping awards for her portrayal of legendary comic Deborah Vance.

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Named People magazine's "World's Most Beautiful" for 2026, Hathaway's "Hathaway-ssance" includes upcoming roles like the Devil Wears Prada sequel. Cultural and Award Shifts

The duo is collaborating on the crime-thriller series Scarpetta , with Kidman starring and both serving as executive producers.

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