Chaz’s Journal
Roger loves Chaz
Wednesday, July 18, is the 20th anniversary of our marriage. How can I begin to tell you about Chaz? She fills my horizon, she is the great fact of my life, she has my love, she saved me from the fate of living out my life alone, which is where I seemed to be heading. If my cancer had come, and it would have, and Chaz had not been there with me, I can imagine a descent into lonely decrepitude. I was very sick. I might have vegetated in hopelessness. This woman never lost her love, and when it was necessary she forced me to want to live. She was always there believing I could do it, and her love was like a wind forcing me back from the grave.
Chicago, Home of Great Music and Newspapers
Chaz Ebert on how music and newspapers have shaped Chicago, and continue to do so.
Flashback: Chaz Ebert on Watching a Christopher Nolan Movie During the Pandemic
The third installment of Chaz Ebert’s Happy Place column recounts her experience of returning to the movie theater during the pandemic after a five-month absence.
Celebrating the Life of George E. Johnson, Sr. (1927-2026), a Friend and Builder of Black Possibility
A tribute to the legendary American businessman.
The Night I Danced On Stage With Michael Jackson
A remembrance of Michael Jackson’s impact on a fateful day for Chaz.
Join Us for the Inaugural FECK Awards Gala This Saturday, April 4th
A preview of the recipients of Chaz Ebert’s first ever FECK awards, along with more details of the inaugural gala.
Chaz Ebert Remembers Reverend Jesse Jackson: Oct 8, 1941 – February 17, 2026
A tribute to one of the most important figures of the last century.
Love and Monsters: Three Films to Enjoy on Valentine’s Day
On three haunting films to watch this holiday.
Chaz Ebert to Guest on Steve Dale’s Booth 46 Podcast Live at Petterino’s
Today, January 7th, 2026, at 5pm CST, Chaz Ebert will join WGN’s Steve Dale for a guest appearance on his podcast, Booth 46.
Happy New Year 2026 from Chaz Ebert and Everyone at RogerEbert.com
A recap of a great year at RogerEbert.com.
Can Movies Save the World?
An event with director Gabe Polsky, subject Patrick McCollum and publisher Chaz Ebert at the AMC River East.
Two Thumbs Up to Siskel & Ebert’s 50th Anniversary: “Eve’s Bayou” Kicks Off Film Series
The Chicago Cultural Center honors fifty years of Siskel & Ebert with a series of repertory screenings.
Chaz Ebert Launches National Awards to Honor Acts of Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness as Siskel & Ebert Approaches 50th Anniversary
The FECK Awards spotlight the power of everyday heroes and bold visionaries who elevate humanity through action, proving that compassion and kindness aren’t just ideals, but powerful forces reshaping lives and communities.
LIFE AFTER LIFE: 4 Films at IANDS Conference in Chicago August 27-31
Chaz will moderate a panel of a new doc screening at this upcoming conference about near-death experiences.
Guillermo del Toro to Receive Ebert Director Award at the 2025 TIFF Tribute Awards
The “Shape of Water” director is the latest to receive the eponymous award for excellence in directing.
