Name: Danielle Brooks Notable past credits: Brooks, who first broke out in “Orange Is the New Black,” first came to Sundance in 2019 with the film “Clemency.” She was nominated for an Oscar in 2024 for her role in “The Color Purple,” and was in Los Angeles last week revealing this year’s slate of Oscar nominees. Sundance project: “If I Go Will They Miss Me,” written and directed by Walter Thompson-Hernández. The film follows Big Ant, who is just out of prison and struggling to reconnect with his wife, Lozita (Brooks) and young son. The film is based on a short Thompson-Hernández made in 2022, which Brooks was a fan of, so when her team told her there was a script for the feature she was interested in meeting. “I liked how he spoke about his characters. Also, they are based on real people, and I liked that aspect,” Brooks says. “When I read the script, I was like, ‘ooh, this is a role no one has ever seen me play.’ And I just wanted to champion what his vision was, because ultimate...
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Disney and Pandora have reunited for a limited-edition collection of lab-grown diamonds inspired by Disney princesses. The collection also marks the first yearlong campaign, styled by creative director Harry Lambert, featuring seasonal releases on Pandora’s official website and at Disney Parks. “Working with Disney on a project like this, together with Pandora and inspired by Disney Princess characters, is honestly a dream come true,” Lambert told WWD via statement. “I get to combine the things I love most: fashion, storytelling and collaborating with a brand like Pandora that brings such craftsmanship and emotion to every piece.” Pandora x Disney Princess Courtesy of Pandora explore disney x pandora The campaign and collection kick off with a charm inspired by Disney’s “Cinderella.” Along with beloved Disney princesses, the collection includes a...