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Joyce Carol Oates Can’t Quit

The octogenarian is on her 50th short story collection and 15th year as an X power user.

Jacob Anderson Couldn’t Wait to Play Lestat’s Version of Louis

“The only way for that scene to work is if Louis’s smiling,” says The Vampire Lestat star. “He’s taking a cruel joy in this whole thing.”

Aimee Mann Wasn’t Sure If Rush Fans Would Boo Her

“Selfishly, I would love to do more of them because popping in for one song is my level of stamina.”

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