Fyre Festival – the disastrous luxury party that left hundreds stranded in the Bahamas – is getting a second run, with tickets now on sale for $499 (around £391). The organiser of the event – Billy McFarland – went to prison in the US for fraud following the botched music …
Read More »Dolly Parton’s Hollywood success paved the way for Tim McGraw, Lainey Wilson, others
Dolly Parton is undoubtedly one of the biggest country stars of all time, and she’s recently proven that she’s not just limited to one genre with the popularity of her latest single, a cover of “Let It Be” with Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr. But music isn’t the only thing …
Read More »Green Rider: Equity launch campaign to make film and TV production greener | Ents & Arts News
More than 100 actors are backing calls for a Green Rider – an environmentally friendly contract between performers and film and TV production companies. Stars including Bella Ramsey, Stephen Fry and Natalie Dormer all signed a statement created by Equity For A Green New Deal setting out proposals to improve …
Read More »John Rich defends Oliver Anthony, Jason Aldean as country stars dominate music: ‘Guys like us speak the truth’
John Rich praised Jason Aldean and up-and-coming country star Oliver Anthony for both their straightforward approach in songwriting and also connecting with fans. The Big & Rich singer recently self-released his album “The Country Truth” on Rich Records, with tracks including “I’m Offended,” “Progress” and “Shut up About Politics.” While …
Read More »Charles Martinet: Original voice of Mario in Nintendo games steps down after 27 years | Science & Tech News
The original voice of Mario in Nintendo’s video games is stepping down. Charles Martinet has been in the role for 27 years – dating back to Super Mario 64 in 1996. He also provided the voices of Mario’s twin brother Luigi, and their nemesis Wario. Twitter This content is provided …
Read More »The voice behind Nintendo’s Mario hangs up his hat: ‘It has been an honor’
Charles Martinet, the voice of Nintendo’s — and perhaps the world’s — most iconic video game character, has retired from the role, the company announced Monday. Nintendo of America announced Martinet’s departure in a post on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. It said Martinet would stay on as …
Read More »Kate Winslet gives surprise performance in her pyjamas at Camp Bestival | Ents & Arts News
Kate Winslet has delighted fans by performing a surprise reading of a children’s book at Camp Bestival in Shropshire. The 47-year-old star appeared in one of the tents for an intimate reading of Blueberries For Sal by Robert McCloskey, reading the tale in a pair of white pyjamas. Image: Cbeebies …
Read More »‘Hercules’ actor Kevin Sorbo says Hollywood canceled him because of his Christian beliefs
Kevin Sorbo opened up about being canceled in Hollywood for years because of his Christian beliefs and conservative views. The 64-year-old actor skyrocketed to international fame when he starred as the Greek demigod Hercules in the hit show “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys” for six seasons from 1995 to 1999. However, …
Read More »CITV: Children’s TV channel will close in September following launch of ITVX Kids | Ents & Arts News
Children’s TV channel CITV – loved for kids’ classics including Danger Mouse and Rainbow – will close next month. It is making way for ITVX Kids, the children’s service on ITV‘s new streaming service ITVX, which launched earlier this summer. ITV told Sky News: “As a consequence of this new …
Read More »Kevin Costner, ex Christine attend divorce depositions in Santa Barbara ahead of hearings
Kevin Costner and estranged wife Christine Baumgartner were pictured heading into law offices Saturday in Santa Barbara, California. The former couple — who were not seen together but arrived at the same legal center — is gearing up for another hurdle in their divorce battle with a two-day hearing at …
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