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‘Terrifier 3’ slashes ‘Joker’ to take No. 1 at the box office, Trump film ‘The Apprentice’ fizzles
Read full article: ‘Terrifier 3’ slashes ‘Joker’ to take No. 1 at the box office, Trump film ‘The Apprentice’ fizzlesThe choices on the movie marquee this weekend included Joaquin Phoenix as the Joker, a film about Donald Trump, a “Saturday Night Live” origin story and even Pharrell Williams as a Lego.
Taylor Swift wins big at MTV Video Music Awards, ties Beyoncé’s record and thanks Travis Kelce
Read full article: Taylor Swift wins big at MTV Video Music Awards, ties Beyoncé’s record and thanks Travis KelceTaylor Swift has won the biggest award at the MTV Video Music Awards — the trophy for video of the year for “Fortnight,” featuring Post Malone.
‘The Room Next Door' tops Venice Film Festival. Nicole Kidman misses acting honor due to mom’s death
Read full article: ‘The Room Next Door' tops Venice Film Festival. Nicole Kidman misses acting honor due to mom’s deathPedro Almodóvar’s “The Room Next Door” won the Venice Film Festival’s Golden Lion award Saturday.
Lady Gaga, Joaquin Phoenix bring 'Joker: Folie à Deux’ to Venice Film Festival
Read full article: Lady Gaga, Joaquin Phoenix bring 'Joker: Folie à Deux’ to Venice Film FestivalFive years after “Joker” won the top prize at the Venice Film Festival, director Todd Phillips can’t help but be a little nervous about returning with its sequel.
Venice Film Festival: From ‘Joker 2’ to ‘Maria,’ here are 10 movies to get excited about
Read full article: Venice Film Festival: From ‘Joker 2’ to ‘Maria,’ here are 10 movies to get excited aboutSome of Hollywood’s biggest stars are getting ready to descend on the Venice Film Festival this week, from George Clooney and Angelina Jolie to Lady Gaga, Brad Pitt, Nicole Kidman and Joaquin Phoenix.
Democrats set their convention roll call to a soundtrack. Here’s how each song fits each state
Read full article: Democrats set their convention roll call to a soundtrack. Here’s how each song fits each stateThe traditional roll call at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago became a boisterous dance party, with each state’s delegation announcing their votes for presidential nominee Kamala Harris to a song befitting their state.
Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and Red Hot Chili Peppers to perform at Paris Olympics' closing ceremony
Read full article: Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and Red Hot Chili Peppers to perform at Paris Olympics' closing ceremonyThe closing ceremony for the Paris Olympics will bring out several stars: Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg and Red Hot Chili Peppers are scheduled to perform.
Drag queens shine at Olympics opening, but 'Last Supper' tableau draws criticism
Read full article: Drag queens shine at Olympics opening, but 'Last Supper' tableau draws criticismIn an unprecedented display of inclusivity, drag queens took center stage at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, showcasing the vibrant and influential role of the French LGBTQ+ community.
Olympics opening ceremony moments: Céline Dion, Lady Gaga, curious torchbearer and French musicians
Read full article: Olympics opening ceremony moments: Céline Dion, Lady Gaga, curious torchbearer and French musiciansLady Gaga delivered a dazzling performance as the first musical act during the Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony — except it was all prerecorded.
Lady Gaga dazzles at Olympics opening ceremony with prerecorded French performance
Read full article: Lady Gaga dazzles at Olympics opening ceremony with prerecorded French performanceLady Gaga delivered a dazzling performance as the first musical act during the Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony — except it was all prerecorded.
Venice Film Festival lineup includes ‘Joker 2,’ films with Pitt, Clooney, Jolie, more
Read full article: Venice Film Festival lineup includes ‘Joker 2,’ films with Pitt, Clooney, Jolie, moreFive years after “Joker” won the top prize at the Venice Film Festival, filmmaker Todd Phillips is returning with the sequel.
Fans are following Taylor Swift to Europe after finding Eras Tour tickets less costly there
Read full article: Fans are following Taylor Swift to Europe after finding Eras Tour tickets less costly thereThousands of Taylor Swift fans are following her across the pond after missing out on her U.S. concert tour last year or being put off by marked-up ticket prices.
From ‘The Bodyguard’ to ‘Barbie’: Is the movie soundtrack back and bigger than ever?
Read full article: From ‘The Bodyguard’ to ‘Barbie’: Is the movie soundtrack back and bigger than ever?The music of “Barbie” has become its own blockbuster, earning three Grammys, one Golden Globe, and two Oscar nominations in the original song category — more than any other film this year.
From marching bands to megastars: How the Super Bowl halftime show became a global spectacle
Read full article: From marching bands to megastars: How the Super Bowl halftime show became a global spectacleWhen the Super Bowl halftime show was born, college marching bands were the main on-field attraction.
SZA, Swift and Bridgers top the Grammy list. AP writers predict who will win on music's big night
Read full article: SZA, Swift and Bridgers top the Grammy list. AP writers predict who will win on music's big nightWomen lead the major categories at the Grammys this year, with names like SZA, Taylor Swift, Victoria Monét, Phoebe Bridgers, Olivia Rodrigo and Brandy Clark topping the list.
Diane Warren and past winners Mark Ronson and Billie Eilish react to 2024 Oscar music nominations
Read full article: Diane Warren and past winners Mark Ronson and Billie Eilish react to 2024 Oscar music nominationsThe often-nominated Diane Warren and past winners Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt and sibling duo Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell are among the nominees for music awards for the 2024 Oscars.
AP's top albums of 2023: Music from Olivia Rodrigo, Peso Pluma, the Rolling Stones and more
Read full article: AP's top albums of 2023: Music from Olivia Rodrigo, Peso Pluma, the Rolling Stones and moreThe top 10 albums of the year chosen by Associated Press Music Writer Maria Sherman include Peso Pluma's “Génesis,” Olivia Rodrigo's “GUTS,” Megan Moroney's “Lucky,” The Rolling Stones' “Hackney Diamonds,” Kelela's “Raven,” Karol G's “Mañana Será Bonito," André 3000's “New Blue Sun," Noname's “Sundial,” Wednesday's “Rat Saw God” and Arlo Parks' “My Soft Machine.”.
Conservative Muslims in Indonesia protest Coldplay concert over the band's LGBTQ+ support
Read full article: Conservative Muslims in Indonesia protest Coldplay concert over the band's LGBTQ+ supportMore than 200 conservative Muslims marched in Indonesia’s capital, calling for the cancellation of Coldplay’s concert on Wednesday night over the British band’s support for the LGBTQ+ community.
15 musicians we’d love to see play at the Las Vegas Sphere next
Read full article: 15 musicians we’d love to see play at the Las Vegas Sphere nextThe Las Vegas Sphere finally debuted last month with a huge reaction. Rock legends U2 were the first act to play in the mysterious new venue, and we finally go to see what the inside looked like.
What's that bar band playing "Jumpin' Jack Flash"? Oh, it's the Rolling Stones!
Read full article: What's that bar band playing "Jumpin' Jack Flash"? Oh, it's the Rolling Stones!The Rolling Stones celebrated the release of their first collection of new original songs in 18 years with a club gig in Manhattan Thursday before a few hundred invited guests.
Tony Bennett, masterful stylist of American musical standards, dies at 96
Read full article: Tony Bennett, masterful stylist of American musical standards, dies at 96Tony Bennett, the eminent stylist and last of the great saloon singers whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" graced a decadeslong career, has died at 96.
Biden taps Gaga, Clooney, Garner, others for arts committee
Read full article: Biden taps Gaga, Clooney, Garner, others for arts committeeThe White House has announced a star-studded slate of members for the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, a panel of artists, museum professionals, academics and philanthropists that serves as an advisory board to President Joe Biden on culture issues.
Audience for 95th Oscars rebounds slightly to 18.7 million
Read full article: Audience for 95th Oscars rebounds slightly to 18.7 millionWhether it was the lingering drama of “The Slap” or the prominence of blockbusters in the best picture race, a bigger audience was lured back to the Oscars this year.
Woman charged in connection with dognapping Lady Gaga’s pets sues her for $500K reward
Read full article: Woman charged in connection with dognapping Lady Gaga’s pets sues her for $500K rewardA woman charged in connection with the theft of Lady Gaga’s prized French bulldogs who were dognapped at gunpoint in Hollywood has sued the musician for alleging she was denied a $500,000 “no questions asked” reward, according to a complaint filed Friday.
‘Road Trippin’: Red Hot Chili Peppers unveil 2023 tour, to perform at Houston’s Minute Maid Park in May
Read full article: ‘Road Trippin’: Red Hot Chili Peppers unveil 2023 tour, to perform at Houston’s Minute Maid Park in MayThere’s no rest for the spicy: Fresh off a world tour and two albums this year, Red Hot Chili Peppers are preparing for a set of stadium shows and festival stops across North America and Europe in 2023.
‘Road Trippin’ — Red Hot Chili Peppers unveil 2023 tour
Read full article: ‘Road Trippin’ — Red Hot Chili Peppers unveil 2023 tourThere’s no rest for the spicy: Fresh off a world tour and two albums this year, Red Hot Chili Peppers are preparing for a set of stadium shows and festival stops across North America and Europe in 2023.
Rolling Stones to release star-stuffed 2012 live recording
Read full article: Rolling Stones to release star-stuffed 2012 live recordingThe Rolling Stones plan to release what they’re calling their “ultimate live greatest hits album” with appearances by Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen, Gary Clark Jr. and The Black Keys.
Kim Kardashian honored at CFDA awards, calls for inclusivity
Read full article: Kim Kardashian honored at CFDA awards, calls for inclusivityKim Kardashian was honored at Monday’s annual Council of Fashion Designers of America Fashion Awards for her shapewear line and used the honor to call for designers to be inclusive for all body shapes.
Man accused of shooting Lady Gaga’s dog walker is recaptured months after mistaken release
Read full article: Man accused of shooting Lady Gaga’s dog walker is recaptured months after mistaken releaseJames Howard Jackson, accused of shooting a man during the theft of Lady Gaga's French bulldogs in 2021, was released from jail by mistake in April.
Suspect mistakenly freed in Lady Gaga's dog theft recaptured
Read full article: Suspect mistakenly freed in Lady Gaga's dog theft recapturedA suspect mistakenly released from a Los Angeles County jail where he was being held on suspicion of shooting Lady Gaga’s dog walker and stealing her French bulldogs has been recaptured.
$5K reward for suspect in shooting of Lady Gaga's dog walker
Read full article: $5K reward for suspect in shooting of Lady Gaga's dog walkerFederal authorities are offering a $5,000 reward for information about the man who allegedly shot Lady Gaga’s dog walker last year in Hollywood and stole two of the pop star’s French bulldogs.
Lady Gaga giving back to her Houston fans
Read full article: Lady Gaga giving back to her Houston fansLady Gaga has no ‘bad romance’ with Houston. The international singer, songwriter and actress has announced that she is offering grants ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 to organizations where she will be performing her Chromatica Ball tour.
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.”.
Mariah Carey, Neptunes, Lennox in Songwriters Hall of Fame
Read full article: Mariah Carey, Neptunes, Lennox in Songwriters Hall of FameAfter a glittering career stuffed with No. 1 hits — not to mention a two-year pandemic delay — Mariah Carey was finally inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on Thursday, but not before challenging her new fellow members to do better by women.
New this week: Dinosaurs, Def Leppard and 'The Responder'
Read full article: New this week: Dinosaurs, Def Leppard and 'The Responder'This week’s new entertainment releases include a new album from Def Leppard, a five-part Apple+ series on dinosaurs and a documentary about the late composer Stephen Sondheim and his musical “Company.”.
Mark Ronson will remember the DJ life in upcoming book
Read full article: Mark Ronson will remember the DJ life in upcoming bookBefore he was working with Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Amy Winehouse and many others, Mark Ronson was a teen DJ in 1990s downtown New York, a place and time he will look back on in an upcoming book.
EXPLAINER: What Elon Musk at Twitter might mean for users
Read full article: EXPLAINER: What Elon Musk at Twitter might mean for usersTesla CEO Elon Musk now has a 9% stake in Twitter and a seat on its corporate board of directors, raising questions about how the billionaire business magnate could reshape the social media platform.
Jon Batiste tops Grammys; Silk Sonic soars, Rodrigo crowned
Read full article: Jon Batiste tops Grammys; Silk Sonic soars, Rodrigo crownedJon Batiste won album of the year honors for “We Are” at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, giving him five trophies on a night that saw the ’70s funk of Silk Sonic take record of the year and song of the year and newcomer Olivia Rodrigo take three awards.
Will Smith dances with family after Oscar win, shocking slap
Read full article: Will Smith dances with family after Oscar win, shocking slapWill Smith danced with glee at the Vanity Fair Oscar party, waving his best actor Oscar in the air and rapping along to his own songs with wife Jada Pinkett Smith at his side.
'CODA' takes top honors at SAG Awards, Will Smith wins
Read full article: 'CODA' takes top honors at SAG Awards, Will Smith winsIn an upset, the deaf family drama “CODA” has won top honors at a very unpredictable 28th Screen Actors Guild Awards that also saw wins for the leads of “Squid Game,” the cast of “Ted Lasso” and Will Smith.
Christian Cowan's NY fashion week show went 102 stories up
Read full article: Christian Cowan's NY fashion week show went 102 stories upBritish wunderkind Christian Cowan helped open New York Fashion Week on Friday night with a riot of sequins, feathers and little T-shirts of love to the city he now calls home.
‘Dune’ director out, KStew in and more Oscars surprises
Read full article: ‘Dune’ director out, KStew in and more Oscars surprisesThe 94th Oscar nominations were full of surprises in both satisfying and disappointing ways, but when there are only five nominees in most categories, it’s almost guaranteed that a few favorites will miss the cut.