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Jar Jar Binks Actor Ahmed Best on ‘Star Wars: Phantom Menace' Backlash: "Everyone Came at Me"

Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best opened up about how the backlash he received for Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace kept him from wanting to work for years following the 1999 release. In a conversation with People in honor of the 25th anniversary of the first installment in the Star Wars prequels, […]

Box Office: ‘The Fall Guy' Kicks Off Summer Movie Season With Disappointing $28 Million Debut

“The Fall Guy,” an action-comedy starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, kicked off the summer movie season without much sizzle. The film, backed by Universal and directed by David Leitch, fell just short of expectations with $28.5 million from 3,800 North American venues in its debut. Heading into the weekend, “The Fall Guy” was projected to […]

Spoilers! How Jerry Seinfeld pulled off that 'fantastic' TV reunion for his Pop-Tart movie

Jerry Seinfeld explores a love of Pop-Tarts and the 1960s with Netflix's "Unfrosted." He also paid homage to one of his favorite TV shows. (Spoilers!)

Usher's Lovers & Friends canceled, music festival cites Las Vegas weather

Organizers for Usher's Lovers and Friends Las Vegas music festival announced the last-minute cancelation in a statement Friday, citing severe weather.

Titanic and Lord of the Rings star Bernard Hill dies at the age of 79

Bernard Hill, who starred in Titanic and Lord of the Rings, has died as the age of 79.

Gilas Youth hotshot Jacob Bayla commits to UP Maroons

Fighting Maroons continue to stack blue-chip recruits

ABC Classic wants to know your feel-good favourites as voting opens in the Classic 100

Voting opened on May 6 in this year's Classic 100: Feel Good to discover the music that makes Australians feel on top of the world.

Our favourite images of the week from Sussex

Join us as we enjoy a look through the stunning Sussex scenes you sent in this week.

The most iconic singer-guitarist duos

What makes an iconic singer-guitarist duo? Is it their songwriting ability? Or maybe it's the way the guitar complements the vocal lines, and vice versa? Perhaps their onstage presence has something to do with it? Well, maybe it's a combination of all of these things, and, of course, an exceptional chemistry that is unique to these individuals. Luckily, rock music has quite a few of these pairs. Click through the following gallery and take a look at the most iconic singer-guitarist duos in rock history.

Lily Gladstone returns to Cannes as jury member

BERLIN — Lily Gladstone, the first Native American woman to be nominated for an Oscar, will return to this year’s Cannes Film Festival as a member of the nine-strong main jury, organizers said on Monday. Gladstone got her Academy Award nomination and won a Golden Globe award for the Martin Scorsese drama “Killers of the Flower Moon”, […]

Spike Lee and Giancarlo Esposito Reunite for Fiat Campaign, Talk Denzel Washington, ‘Megalopolis' and AI

It's a Saturday afternoon in February and Spike Lee and Giancarlo Esposito are sitting side-by-side in a golf cart on a studio lot in Los Angeles. The two, friends for 40 years, have worked together many times over the years on such Lee joints as 1988’s School Daze, 1989’s Do the Right Thing, 1990’s Mo’ […]

Chris Pine Had Negative $400 in His Bank Account Before Booking ‘Princess Diaries 2': The Salary Was ‘Absolutely Earth-Shattering'

Chris Pine reflected on how his role in “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement” changed his career - and life. In the May 5 episode of “Sunday Sitdown With Willie Geist,” Pine spoke about being cast as Nicholas Devereaux in the 2004 film, which jumpstarted his career and turned his finances around. “It was the height […]

Matthew Libatique, Nicole Kidman become the first Filipino, first Australian to receive AFI awards

It was a night to remember. The American Film Institute (AFI) presented the 49th AFI Life Achievement Award to Nicole Kidman, the first Australian to receive the award, and the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal to cinematographer Matthew Libatique, also the first Filipino to receive the award. It was one of the most glamorous and high-profile events we have attended this year what with celebrities like Meryl Streep, Reese Witherspoon, Naomi...

Wurzels frontman Adge Cutler remembered 50 years on

Bandmate Tommy Banner says Cutler was a "great raconteur" and "very entertaining company".

ADOR CEO’s call to terminate NewJeans’ contract with HYBE refused in February

ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin had asked for an exclusive right to terminate NewJeans’ contract with HYBE in February, but the request was turned down by the parent company, according to an industry source on Friday, May 3. An exclusive contract with an artist can be seen as a key asset necessary for a company’s operation. Major entertainment companies, for this reason, require exclusive contracts to be approved by the board of directors. HYBE, in turn,...

'Wizard of Oz' star Judy Garland fought crippling drug addiction with private investigator's help, book claims

Judy Garland, who starred in classic films like "The Wizard of Oz" and "A Star is Born" and died at age 47, was allegedly sober for 30 days with private investigator Fred Otash's help, according to a new biography.

Teacher lands Britain's Got Talent golden buzzer

Bruno Tonioli says Egham special educational needs teacher Taryn Charles is a "very special person".

‘Gen V' Won't Recast Chance Perdomo's Role After Actor's Death, Sets Production for May

Chance Perdomo’s “Gen V” character Andre Anderson will not be recast for Season 2 of “The Boys” spinoff series. Perdomo died at the age of 27 in March as a result of a motorcycle accident. In a joint statement released on Sunday, the “Gen V” producers said they will not recast the role because “no […]

A compelling TV drama reflects the stalkers in us all

If you haven’t yet watched Baby Reindeer, a story that begins with its star Richard Gadd’s experience with a stalker, you probably have a good reason. It will not be because, for instance, nobody has recommended it, told you how extraordinary it is, or powerful, or unique, and it won’t be because you haven’t heard of it – its success has been startling (as I type it’s at the top of Netflix’s UK and US charts weeks after its release) and its...

Here's What's Leaving Netflix in May 2024

If you're trying to figure out what movie to watch on Netflix, an easy way to whittle down the choices is to find out what movies are soon leaving the streaming service. To that end, we've got the full list of movies leaving Netflix in May 2024, and there are some bangers on here. The entire original "Hunger Games" franchise will depart at the end of the month, while the critically acclaimed sequel "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish" expires on May...

Amateur filmmakers take on dinosaur-sized task of remaking Jurassic Park shot by shot

Bringing the world of genetically engineered dinosaurs to life for a low-cost remake is not an easy task, but a team of volunteers is making it happen.

‘Turtles All the Way Down' Review: A Young-Adult Romance with an Original Dramatic Obstacle: The Heroine Has OCD

"Turtles All the Way Down" makes Aza's OCD just specific enough to draw us in, then deals with it in a way that's just manipulative and sugar-coated enough to leave us thinking, "Yep, it's another YA movie."

Madonna attracts 1.6 million to free concert at Brazil’s Copacabana beach

RIO DE JANEIRO — More than a million people thronged Brazil’s Copacabana beach for a free Madonna concert on Saturday, braving the heat to see the end of her “Celebration” world tour. The sand and oceanfront boulevard around Rio de Janeiro’s famed beach were filled for several blocks by a crowd the city estimated at 1.6 million. Many had been there […]

I Kissed a Girl on BBC Three review: a refreshing spin on the straight shows we've seen a billion times before

I Kissed a Girl on BBC Three review: a refreshing spin on the straight shows we've seen a billion times before - 4/5 The UK’s first ever LGBTQ+ dating show now has a spin-off, and it’s just as easy-to-watch and entertaining as the debut

Olly Alexander 'respects' Eurovision boycott but slams 'extreme' backlash to Israel's inclusion

Years and Years singer Olly Alexander has been told he is "Complicit in a genocide by taking part in Eurovision" after being announced as the UK's entry for 2024

Jillian Ward unleashes inner action star in shooting range

Jillian Ward can be a total badass, too! The Star of the New Gen shared in her Instagram Reels her recent firing session. Jillian successfully shot targets with a shotgun, and even flexed her impressive stance and footwork as she made her way around the range while also hitting targets. “Let me shoot you with my love,” Jillian said in her caption. The actress' supporters and fellow artists also commented on how great she was. “Ready na sa action...

Bruce Springsteen tells Cardiff to ‘get ready’ as he begins European leg of tour

Bruce Springsteen tells Cardiff to ‘get ready’ as he begins European leg of tour - The American rocker and his E Street Band are set to entertain a packed crowd at the Principality Stadium on Sunday.

Eurovision: all winners in the history of the Song Contest, from ABBA to Loreen

Eurovision hopefuls put on the style in Malmo

The world's biggest song contest reaches its finale on Saturday and contestants have arrived in style.

Gyles Brandreth says he blames himself for death of Rod Hull

Gyles Brandreth says he blames himself for death of Rod Hull - Rod Hull tumbled from a ladder outside his bungalow in Winchelsea, East Sussex, in 1999.

Recital of renowned Manx poem released online

A 32-year-old recording of Dollin Kelly reciting T E Brown’s Betsy Lee is released online.

Park Eun Bin, Song Hye Kyo, Ryu Jeon Yeol and more to present at 60th Baeksang Arts Awards

The 60th Baeksang Arts Awards recently announced a lineup of presenters that includes many popular stars from South Korea's entertainment industry. According to a report by Korean entertainment media outlet Soompi, this year's Baeksang will feature the country's biggest names as award presenters. These include Grand Prize (Daesang) winner Park Eun ...

Beyoncé collaborators Willie Jones, Shaboozey and the conflict of being Black in country music

Opinion: The late country music star Charley Pride made his Blackness safe for white fans. His success suggests modern Black artists must do the same.

Apology for disabled woman denied Swift tickets

Wheelchair user Cat Dafydd was unable to secure more than two accessible tickets to the Cardiff gig.

Books to Read ASAP Before They Become Your Next TV or Movie Obsession

Fire up that Kindle and download The Idea of You, It Ends With Us and more books before they are adapted for the screen.

St Giles': Playing a part in history for 900 years

It has played a part in many of Scotland's big moments from the death of the Queen to a Marvel movie.

Strictly's Johannes Radebe confirms future on show ahead of musical debut in Kinky Boots

Strictly's Johannes Radebe confirms future on show ahead of musical debut in Kinky Boots - EXCLUSIVE The professional dancer set the record straight while joined on stage at the London Palladium by former Strictly partner Anabel Croft

Offering an alternate to the Blue Jays' leadoff spot if George Springer continues to struggle

George Springer is off to yet another slow start to the year. Coming off of a disappointing 2023, Springer has yet to show signs of the bounceback he desperatel

What links Bruce Springsteen to Blaenau Gwent?

Even the most ardent fans of the US rock legend might not guess the connection.

Pittsburgh vinyl shop now sells $1.5M of albums a year

The Attic Record Store has survived recessions, streaming and even acts of God to survive as one of a handful of independent record stores in the area.

Watching Man City is like watching maths and that’s just soulless and boring

Man City are obviously brilliant. John Nicholson has no interest in denying that. But he is just disinterested. And is not the only one.

Take That fans outraged with seat offers for Manchester gig at new venue amid Co-op Live chaos

Take That moved their shows this month from Co-op Live to the AO Arena in Manchester due to 'technical issues', but the switch has been far from smooth and left fans fuming

Tinie Tempah returning to music

Tinie Tempah is working with DJ Don Diablo on his comeback record.

Makiling: Final Weekly Marathon | April 29 - May 3, 2024

Magnolia (Lotlot De Leon) is carrying out her last act of vengeance against the Terras and the individual who took her husband's life. Meanwhile, will Amira (Elle Villanueva) succeed in rescuing her daughter from Portia's hands? #GMANetwork #GMADrama #Kapuso

It's Showtime: Ang nanglalamon na performance ni Lance Sandoval (May 4, 2024) (Part 4/4)

Aired (May 4, 2024): Boogsh na boogsh ang ipinakitang performance ni Lance Sandoval from University of San Mateo Municipal College nang kantahin niya ang awiting "Kundiman" sa "Tawag ng Tanghalan." Madlang Kapuso, join the FUNanghalian with #ItsShowtime family. Watch the latest episode of 'It's Showtime' hosted by Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, Vhong Navarro, Karylle, Jhong Hilario, Amy Perez, Kim Chui, Jugs & Teddy, MC & Lassy, Ogie Alcasid, Darren, Jackie, Cianne, Ryan Bang, and Ion Perez. Monday to Saturday, 12NN on GMA Network. #ItsShowtime #MadlangKapuso

Bernard Hill was 'a natural' for Blackstuff part

Screenwriter Alan Bleasdale recalls how desperate he was to work with actor Bernard Hill.

A Different Class: Oisín McKenna on moving up to the middle

A Different Class: Oisín McKenna on moving up to the middle - When debut novelist Oisín McKenna left his old life in an Irish town behind, he felt like he’d graduated from homophobia and boredom. But what appeared was a social chasm between him and his family, which was harder to bridge

Teen's coma inspires mental health music festival

Charity I'm George's Mate hopes to prevent young people taking their own lives.

Eurovision 2024 begins in Malmo with contestants' walk on 'Turquoise Carpet'

MALMO, Sweden (Reuters) - Eurovision 2024 began in the Swedish city of Malmo on Sunday when 37 contenders walked the "Turquoise Carpet" amid heightened security and calls for boycotts due to Israel's participation. The 68th version of the song contest, which is always billed as non-political, is taking place against the backdrop of the devastating Israeli military campaign in Gaza, triggered by

Tom Brady roast on Netflix: Live stream, time to watch Kevin Hart, Rob Gronkowski and more from Netflix Is A Joke Fest

Here is everything you need to know about the "The Greatest Roast of All Time," including how to watch the event.