Celebrities go online to voice support for Ukraine
A group of inter-generational stars from film, TV, sports and music โ including Bruce Springsteen, Hugh Jackman, Elton John and Jon Bon Jovi, Jonas Brothers and Billie Eilish โ have signed up for a social media campaign to show support for Ukraine.
Netflix leads GLAAD Media Awards for LGBTQ representation
GLAAD also noted that transgender characters were prominently featured in โ9-1-1: Lone Star,โ โStar Trek: Discovery,โ โSaved by the Bell,โ โBig Mouthโ and โSupergirl.โAward recipients will be announced during a virtual ceremony scheduled for April. AdSeveral categories increased from five to 10 nominees to recognize expanding levels of diverse LGBTQ representation across several media genres. "This yearโs nominees remind us that even in times of political and cultural division, diverse LGBTQ representation and visibility can enlighten, entertain, and create lasting change,โ said GLAAD President & CEO Sarah Kate Ellis in a statement. AdIn its recent โWhere We Are on TVโ report, GLAAD found that LGBTQ and gender inclusiveness on television has retreated slightly this season due to delays and shutdowns caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Music artists who earned GLAAD nominations this year include Adam Lambert, Brandy Clark, Halsey, Kehlani, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Pabllo Vittar, Peppermint, Ricky Martin and Sam Smith.
New this week: 'Resident Alien,' Arlo Parks & 'Palmer'
This image released by Syfy shows Alan Tudyk as Harry Vanderspeigle in a scene from the new series "Resident Alien," premiering Wednesday on Syfy. โ AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSICโ iHeartRadioโs fifth annual ALTer EGO show dedicated to contemporary rock artists starring Billie Eilish, Foo Fighters and Coldplay will air virtually on Thursday night. โ British singer-songwriter Arlo Parks is having a breakthrough, and she can count former first lady Michelle Obama as a fan. โ If a wacky sci-fi series sounds appealing, check out โResident Alien.โ Alan Tudyk plays Harry, masquerading as a small-town doctor โ and a human โ after crash-landing on Earth. Based on the comic book series of the same name, โResident Alienโ debuts 10 p.m. EST Wednesday on SyFy.
Tituss Burgess, Adam Lambert star in 'Ratatouille' musical
This combination of file photos shows from left to right, Tituss Burgess, Ashley Park and Adam Lambert. The entertainers are performing in TikToks crowdsourced Ratatouille musical. (AP Photo)NEW YORK โ TikTokโs crowdsourced โRatatouilleโ musical has cooked up some serious talent for its one-night-only benefit concert, including roles for Tituss Burgess, Adam Lambert, Andrรฉ De Shields and Ashley Park. โRatatouille: The TikTok Musicalโ โ fondly nicknamed the โRatatousicalโ โ will begin streaming on Friday at 7 p.m. Burgess will play Remy, Lambert plays his older brother, Emile, and Brady plays his father.
New this week: Mariah Carey, Gloria Steinem & 'South Park'
Hereโs a collection curated by The Associated Pressโ entertainment journalists of whatโs arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIESโ "The Glorias ": Julie Taymor's film, based on Gloria Steinem's 2015 book โMy Life on the Road,โ is a biopic with verve and flair. Johnson's latest, premiering Friday on Netflix, is a playful eulogy to her father as she slowly loses him to dementia. โ AP Music Editor Mesfin FekaduTELEVISIONโ If laughter is good medicine, then itโs โSouth Parkโ to the rescue. Meanwhile, Randy deals with his alleged role in the viral outbreak that has the town of South Park on defense.
Brian May reveals recent heart attack, says hes good now
LONDON Queen guitarist Brian May says he recently had three stents put in after experiencing a small heart attack.May said Monday in an Instagram video that the stents were put in after his doctor drove him to a hospital after he starting feeling the symptoms of a heart attack. I walked out with a heart thats very strong now, May said. Im incredibly grateful that I now have a life to lead again, he said. His video post details a lengthy health saga this month that included dealing with a compressed nerve that was causing him extreme pain. Proceeds from the song benefit the World Health Organizations COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund.
Singer Adam Lambert praises coronavirus 'champions,' says Trump should defer to medical experts
Adam Lambert performs with Roger Taylor of Queen at Suncorp Stadium on February 13, 2020 in Brisbane, Australia. "It seems to me that when he has a press conference and he speaks, it just makes things worse. The global artist, who launched his career after being runner-up on American Idol in 2009, told CNBC how he thinks the music industry will be impacted by Covid-19. Lambert told CNBC he had experienced moments of anxiety during the lockdown response to the crisis, and had started talking to a therapist once a week "just to get it all out." "I encourage anybody out there that's feeling a bit uneasy or unsure, either talk to a friend or family member openly.
cnbc.comGlobal Citizen Festival announces iconic lineup
The headliners for this year's Global Citizen Festival, which will be held Sept. 28 in Central Park, pack a big punch. Queen, still riding its "Bohemian Rhapsody" publicity bump, will perform, with Adam Lambert on vocals. and Carole King will also headline the event, which highlights Global Citizen's mission of ending poverty. "Where you live shouldn't determine whether you live," Pharrell tweeted on Tuesday, talking about his partnership with the Global Citizen cause. "Global citizens" earn their way into the audience by taking actions like signing petitions, tweeting about issues or calling their senators.