Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. From the archives: Outspoken film critic Rex Reed 06:45 Won't be long before it's time for "THE ENVELOPE, PLEASE..." The Oscars ...

The legendary film critic who mentored writers, championed outsiders and never wavered in his advice: “Tell the truth, and ...

Rex Reed, a longtime New York Observer journalist who gained notoriety with his brutally honest approach to film criticism, has died.

Legendary film critic Rex Reed passed away on May 12, 2026, as confirmed by longtime friend William Kapfer. Reed died peacefully in his sleep after several years of health issues and nearly six months ...

Won't be long before it's time for "THE ENVELOPE, PLEASE..." The Oscars are one month from tonight. And to hear critic Rex Reed tell it, Gary Oldman could very well be a winner for his performance in ...