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What to stream: Adam Sandler, John Legend, 'Only Murders in the Building' and Star Wars Outlaws
Read full article: What to stream: Adam Sandler, John Legend, 'Only Murders in the Building' and Star Wars OutlawsThis week’s new streaming entertainment releases include Adam Sandler’s first comedy special since 2018, Ryan Gosling's “The Fall Guy” comes to Peacock, and DJ and dance producer Zedd is back with an album after nearly a decade.
Google and Selena Gomez partner to fund teen mental health in the classroom
Read full article: Google and Selena Gomez partner to fund teen mental health in the classroomThe unprecedented mental health crisis for children in the United States often surfaces where they spend much of their days: school.
The gonzo trans Mexican drug lord musical 'Emilia Perez' lights up Cannes
Read full article: The gonzo trans Mexican drug lord musical 'Emilia Perez' lights up CannesOn paper, Jacques Audiard’s buzzed-about Cannes Film Festival entry “Emilia Perez” would not seem anything like a good idea for a movie.
What to stream this weekend: Dua Lipa, Seinfeld's 'Unfrosted' 'Hacks' and 'Welcome to Wrexham'
Read full article: What to stream this weekend: Dua Lipa, Seinfeld's 'Unfrosted' 'Hacks' and 'Welcome to Wrexham'This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include the return of “Hacks” on Max and the new Jerry Seinfeld movie “Unfrosted” on Netflix.
A chaotic Golden Globes night had a bit of everything: The silly, the serious, and Taylor Swift, too
Read full article: A chaotic Golden Globes night had a bit of everything: The silly, the serious, and Taylor Swift, tooThe Golden Globes had a bit of everything: Silliness, seriousness, history, a few good jokes and many bad ones, loads of stars — and Taylor Swift, who didn’t ascend the podium but still made her presence known as perhaps only Swift can.
Inside the 2024 Golden Globes: What you didn’t see on camera
Read full article: Inside the 2024 Golden Globes: What you didn’t see on cameraThe Golden Globe Awards likes to think of itself as the party of the year, but instead of a debauched, champagne-fueled romp, it can sometimes feel more like a strange high school reunion for the extremely famous.
Britney Spears' husband seeks financial support, says in divorce filing their split came weeks ago
Read full article: Britney Spears' husband seeks financial support, says in divorce filing their split came weeks agoBritney Spears' husband Sam Asghari is seeking financial support from the pop superstar in his divorce filing.
Celebrity hair, makeup and nail stylists: How the Hollywood strikes have affected glam squads
Read full article: Celebrity hair, makeup and nail stylists: How the Hollywood strikes have affected glam squadsA world of hair, makeup and manicurists have been idled by the Hollywood strikes at a time when they were still rebuilding from the covid shutdowns.
Matthew McConaughey, Mila Kunis among People magazine’s ‘People of the Year’
Read full article: Matthew McConaughey, Mila Kunis among People magazine’s ‘People of the Year’Matthew McConaughey, Mila Kunis, Jennifer Hudson and “Abbott Elementary” creator and star Quinta Brunson have been named People magazine’s 2022 “People of the Year.”.
McConaughey, Kunis among People mag's 'People of the Year'
Read full article: McConaughey, Kunis among People mag's 'People of the Year'Matthew McConaughey, Mila Kunis, Jennifer Hudson and “Abbott Elementary” creator and star Quinta Brunson have been named People magazine’s 2022 “People of the Year.”.
Emmy surprises: 'Squid Game,' Dave Chappelle, 'This Is Us'
Read full article: Emmy surprises: 'Squid Game,' Dave Chappelle, 'This Is Us'The Emmy Award nominations announced Tuesday included some snubs and surprises, like “This Is Us” and “black-ish” walking away forever limply and Nathan Lane making history as the most-nominated best comedy guest actor in Emmy history.
New this week: 'Only Murders in the Building,' 'More Power'
Read full article: New this week: 'Only Murders in the Building,' 'More Power'This week’s new entertainment releases include a new album from Imagine Dragons, the reuniting of “Home Improvement” sitcom buddies Tim Allen and Richard Karn for “More Power” and the return of Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez as unlikely crime-solving New York City neighbors in Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building.”.
WATCH LIVE: First Lady Jill Biden, Selena Gomez team up to raise awareness about youth mental health
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: First Lady Jill Biden, Selena Gomez team up to raise awareness about youth mental healthFirst Lady Jill Biden and actress Selena Gomez are teaming up to raise awareness about youth mental health.
New this week: 'Peacemaker,' Elvis Costello and Macbeth film
Read full article: New this week: 'Peacemaker,' Elvis Costello and Macbeth filmThis week’s new entertainment releases include new albums from Elvis Costello and The Lumineers, and John Cena reprises his “The Suicide Squad” role in the DC universe spin-off series “Peacemaker.”.
Dolly Parton, Sandra Oh, Simone Biles and teachers named ‘People of the Year’
Read full article: Dolly Parton, Sandra Oh, Simone Biles and teachers named ‘People of the Year’People magazine has named Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, actor Sandra Oh, country icon Dolly Parton and the nation’s teachers as its “People of the Year.”.
Facebook expands harassment policy to protect public figures
Read full article: Facebook expands harassment policy to protect public figuresFacebook has expanded its online harassment policies to do more to stop degrading attacks on public figures as well as abuse directed at journalists and human rights activists around the world.
New this week: Coldplay, 'Succession' and 'Halloween Kills'
Read full article: New this week: Coldplay, 'Succession' and 'Halloween Kills'This week’s new entertainment releases include a Christmas album from Norah Jones and the return of "Succession,” with the wealthy, dysfunctional Roy family up to more power-grab shenanigans.
New this week: 'Cinderella,' Imagine Dragons, Selena Gomez
Read full article: New this week: 'Cinderella,' Imagine Dragons, Selena GomezThis week’s new entertainment releases include a new album from Imagine Dragons, Billie Eilish's Disney+ concert special and Michael Keaton leading the new Netflix film “Worth.”.
‘VAX LIVE: The Concert to Reunite the World’ hosted by Selena Gomez to air on KSAT12
Read full article: ‘VAX LIVE: The Concert to Reunite the World’ hosted by Selena Gomez to air on KSAT12Tune into KSAT12 Saturday, May 8 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. to watch Global Citizen’s “VAX LIVE: The Concert to Reunite the World,” a global broadcast and streaming special that aims to inspire vaccine confidence worldwide and help get the COVID-19 vaccines to everyone, everywhere.
Selena Gomez and J.Lo headline vax concert for poor nations
Read full article: Selena Gomez and J.Lo headline vax concert for poor nationsGlobal Citizen will push for the world’s poorest countries to quickly receive COVID-19 vaccines for their medical workers with an international concert fundraiser hosted by Selena Gomez and headlined by Jennifer Lopez.
New this week: 'Cherry,' 'Bloodlands' & Kids' Choice Awards
Read full article: New this week: 'Cherry,' 'Bloodlands' & Kids' Choice AwardsThis combination photo shows key art for the Acorn TV series "Bloodlands," premiering March 15, left, key art for the Apple TV+ film "Cherry," center, and key art for Nickelodeons "Kids Choice Awards," hosted by Kenan Thompson and airing on March 13. (Acorn TV/Apple TV+/Nickelodeon via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. Ad—AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— The 2021 Grammys will hand out 84 awards Sunday, but what’s more exciting? Other performers include Chris Martin, John Mayer, Doja Cat, Maren Morris, DaBaby, HAIM, Lil Baby, Brandi Carlile, Roddy Ricch, Brittany Howard, Miranda Lambert, Mickey Guyton and Black Pumas. Ad— Grown-ups don’t have a lock on awards shows, as Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Awards proves once again.
Tributes, performances galore at 'Premio Lo Nuestro' awards
Read full article: Tributes, performances galore at 'Premio Lo Nuestro' awardsEdwin Cazares, left, of Grupo Firme, and Chesca perform at Premio Lo Nuestro at American Airlines Arena on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021, in Miami. (AP Photo/Jim Rassol)MIAMI – Bad Bunny topped Univision's “Premio Lo Nuestro” awards with seven wins on a night that included a tribute to late Mexican singer-composer Armando Mazanero and performances by some of the biggest names in Latin music. Among the winners at Thursday's show were pop singer Camilo and the Mexican band Grupo Firme, which took home five awards apiece. Bad Bunny’s awards included the night’s top honor, artist of the year, as well as album of the year and best urban artist of the year. A total of 147 artists were nominated in 34 categories honoring various musical styles, including pop, urban, tropical and regional Mexican.
Ludacris is cooking in the kitchen on new streaming show
Read full article: Ludacris is cooking in the kitchen on new streaming showThe rapper-actor stars in Luda Can't Cook," a one-hour special that debuts Feb. 25 on the discovery+ plus streaming service. He just can’t cook, and no, opening cans and slapping together bologna or grilled cheese sandwiches doesn’t count. “We don’t want to take 30 minutes to an hour to cook.”He’s finally upping his skills in the kitchen in “Luda Can’t Cook,” a one-hour special that debuts Feb. 25 on the discovery+ plus streaming service. “She does all the cooking, which is part of the reason I can’t cook,” he said. “The whole Luda can’t cook is only 99% true,” he said.
Billboard: Interscope Geffen A&M named No. 1 label of 2020
Read full article: Billboard: Interscope Geffen A&M named No. 1 label of 2020Interscope Geffen A&M (IGA), the home to Eilish, Lady Gaga and Lamar, has been named the No. (AP Photo)NEW YORK – Interscope Geffen A&M — the home to Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga — has been named the No. Billboard announced Thursday that the label, which is also known as IGA, tops its year-end chart for the first time since 2013. IGA is also the top Billboard 200 label with 68 albums released during the tracking period, 25 of which hit the Top 10. Warner Music Group’s Atlantic Records was 2019’s top Billboard 200 label.
AP's song of the year: Keedron Bryant's 'I Just Wanna Live'
Read full article: AP's song of the year: Keedron Bryant's 'I Just Wanna Live'This cover image released by Warner Records shows "I Just Wanna Live," by Keedron Bryant. Bryant's song was named one of the top 10 of the year by the Associated Press. Keedron Bryant, “I Just Wanna Live": During times of turmoil and unrest, people respond differently. She asked her son, then 12-year-old Keedron Bryant, to sing the song and the rest is for the history books. The song not only helped Keedron Bryant land a record deal, it helped heal the world at a time when music is a language that unites us all.
People magazine reveals its '2020 People of the Year'
Read full article: People magazine reveals its '2020 People of the Year'LOS ANGELES – People magazine has named George Clooney, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Selena Gomez and Regina King as the “2020 People of the Year.”The magazine revealed its list Wednesday morning as part of a year-end double issue with four covers. The four will be celebrated for their positive impact in the world during a challenging 2020. Clooney, Fauci, Gomez and King will be separately featured on the magazine covers of the issue, which is out Friday. The actor also called for support of marginalized communities during the pandemic and end police brutality of unarmed Black people. Her directorial debut, “One Night in Miami,” has also been talked about as a possible Oscar contender.
Linda Ronstadt looks back at her most cherished moments
Read full article: Linda Ronstadt looks back at her most cherished momentsFILE - In this Sept. 17, 2013 file photo, American musician Linda Ronstadt poses in New York to promote the release of her memoir "Simple Dreams." (Photo by Amy Sussman/Invision/AP, File)NEW YORK – Growing up close to U.S. border in Tucson, Arizona, Linda Ronstadt was exposed to the music and culture of Mexico from an early age. “I heard Mexican radio my whole life,” the American singer told The Associated Press in a recent phone interview. They shouldn’t just treat them like they’re pieces of furniture.”Looking back on her most cherished moments of her career, the singer said “the most fun” she had was back in 1998 and 1999 touring with her Mexican music. Among other accolades, Ronstadt was honored by the Kennedy Center last year and has received three American Music Awards, two ACM Awards and an Emmy.
New this week: Mariah Carey, Gloria Steinem & 'South Park'
Read full article: New this week: Mariah Carey, Gloria Steinem & 'South Park'Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES— "The Glorias ": Julie Taymor's film, based on Gloria Steinem's 2015 book “My Life on the Road,” 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. — AP Music Editor Mesfin FekaduTELEVISION— If laughter is good medicine, then it’s “South Park” to the rescue. Meanwhile, Randy deals with his alleged role in the viral outbreak that has the town of South Park on defense.
North America box office remains muted as ‘Tenet’ tops again
Read full article: North America box office remains muted as ‘Tenet’ tops againMoviegoing audiences in North America are not rushing back to the theater just yet. In the second major weekend for U.S. and Canadian movie theaters, Christopher Nolan’s “Tenet” earned only $6.7 million from 2,910 locations, according to studio estimates Sunday. Although it is enough to top the charts, it also isn’t enough to jumpstart the struggling domestic exhibition industry. The weekend’s only major new opener was Sony’s PG-13 rom-com “The Broken Hearts Gallery,” which earned an estimated $1.1 million from 2,204 North American locations. Other still-closed markets include North Carolina, Michigan, New Mexico and the cities of Seattle and Portland.
Grammy Museum to launch online streaming service
Read full article: Grammy Museum to launch online streaming serviceFILE - Barbara Streisand performs at the 53rd annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 13, 2011. The Grammy Museum is launching its own online streaming service featuring performances and interviews from A-list musicians, as well as material from the museums archive. The Grammy Museum is launching its own online streaming service featuring performances and interviews from A-list musicians, as well as material from the museums archive. Without the GRAMMY Museum, we wouldnt have gotten to experience or learn about so many important artists before us, FINNEAS said in a statement. We are proud to be part of this series.The Grammy Museum is a nonprofit organization through The Recording Academy, which annually produces the Grammy Awards.
More celebs join Michelle Obama's voter outreach drive
Read full article: More celebs join Michelle Obama's voter outreach driveNEW YORK, NY – Election Day is over, but Michelle Obama is still trying to get out the vote. Obama is already a co-chair, along with Lin-Manuel Miranda, Faith Hill, Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson, and basketball star Chris Paul. When We Vote, a nonprofit, describes itself as a nonpartisan group dedicated to increasing voter participation. The announcement Thursday marks a year until the 2020 elections, which includes the presidential race. ___This story has been corrected to delete incorrect reference that the 2020 general elections are happening a year to the date of Thursday.