The Prince of Tides News

"Luck," HBO's new drama set in the world of horse racing, has just added an Oscar-winning actress to the cast, reports Deadline.com . Mercedes Ruehl joins two-time Oscar winner Dustin Hoffman and three-time nominee Nick Nolte in the cast.

Nick Nolte Age: 71 Occupation: Actor Known For: Oscar nominations for 'The Prince of Tides,' 'Affliction' and 'Warrior,' roles in other films including '48 Hrs.' and 'Cape Fear,' and a 2002 drunk driving arrest that resulted in what is perhaps the most hilariously unflattering mugshot ever Seth Green Age: 38 Occupation: Actor, Comedian and Producer ... (more)

"The Descendants," a movie written and directed by Omaha native Alexander Payne, snagged five Academy Award nominations Tuesday morning, including two for Payne.

Today is one of the most important dates in Barbra Streisand's life -- her personal life.