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Kendall Jenner wears two ethereal looks to the 2024 Met Gala after-party

The model embraced an angelic mood for the second half of the night

The Incredibly Talented Lucy review – a sparkling story, with an enraging twist ending

The makers of Channel 4’s reality/talent show The Piano probably thought they had a hit on their hands when they coined the format, but the moment they knew they had cracked it must have been when they found Lucy, a 13-year-old girl from Halifax, West Yorkshire. Blind, neurodivergent and given to throwing her head from side to side during performances in the manner of Stevie Wonder, Lucy was exactly what The Piano – which invited amateurs from...

Usher Gets Theatrical in McQueen at the Met Gala

I can't be the only one whose mind is taking a little hop, skip, and jump over to 'The Phantom of the Opera,' right?

1.6 million watch free Madonna gig on Brazil beach

It was the last show of The Celebration Tour, her first retrospective, which kicked off in October in London.

‘I get a little stir-crazy’: Jennifer Connelly on David Bowie, working with family and going back to college

Jennifer Connelly is on a Zoom call from her home in Brooklyn, jetlagged after attending Louis Vuitton’s pre-fall 2024 show in Shanghai, which does not bode well: she is known to have been reticent in past interviews, and sometimes while working. When she made A Beautiful Mind, the 2001 movie for which she won an Oscar for playing the wife of schizophrenic mathematician John Nash, the co-producer Brian Grazer was unnerved by her reserve. “It was...

Michelle Williams was a Chanel pixie for the Met Gala

Her look perfectly encapsulated the 'Sleeping Beauty' theme

Steve Albini was the Robespierre of punk rock

When Steve Albini opened the door to his modest Central London hotel room in spring 2002, it was hard to believe that the bespectacled little man in front of me – five-foot-seven at most, and dressed in a khaki jumpsuit like Sting in the early days of The Police – was the virulent and ever-controversial conscience of American punk rock. With his mi...

15 songs with a lyric that's frequently misheard

Flip through the slideshow below for 15 of the most misheard song lyrics, from the hilariously unintentional to the downright bizarre.

20 celebrities you forgot were in hit animated movies

Sometimes, we connect animated characters to the celebrity who voiced them, like Robin Williams and Genie in Aladdin. Other times, we forget entirely when a celebrity was part of a hit animated film.

‘I thought: “I’ve engineered the death of Hugh Grant!’’’ – the inside story of Four Weddings and a Funeral

It’s been 30 years since audiences first met Hugh Grant as a stuttering serial monogamist who falls hopelessly in love with a glamorous American (Andie MacDowell) in Four Weddings and a Funeral. The low-budget romcom, directed by Mike Newell and scripted by Richard Curtis, came out of nowhere to become a global hit when it was released in 1994. Based on Curtis’s own experiences of being a guest at a seemingly endless merry-go-round of weddings,...

Regrets, they have a few: Actors who passed up iconic roles

The sentiment of "what could have been..." in Hollywood is always a fun discussion for movie fans to hold. What if this person played that role? Or, why did they not take such an iconic part?

Eurovision: every single UK entry ranked, from worst to best

For six decades, the UK has put forward our finest pop ambassadors in the Eurovision Song Contest. But who was the best? Here, we look back at all 61 past entries, from the ridiculous to the sublime 61. Joe and Jake, 'You're Not Alone', 2016: It's impossible to feel anything about this song. Even trying to be snide takes a Herculean effort. Cloned ...

Netflix’s Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire – Why the Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams film nailed the competition

Netflix’s Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire – Why the Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams film nailed the competition - Will Ferrell, the film’s star and co-writer, is a self-professed Eurovision superfan

Lord Of The Rings star Elijah Wood remembers ‘our king’ Bernard Hill

Lord Of The Rings star Elijah Wood remembers ‘our king’ Bernard Hill - The actor has died at the age of 79.

Taylor Swift performs The Tortured Poets Department songs live for the first time at Paris Eras Tour concert

Taylor Swift performs The Tortured Poets Department songs live for the first time at Paris Eras Tour concert - Pop superstar returned to her record-breaking Eras Tour after a two-month hiatus

Met Gala fashion faux pas – from Kardashians in cardigans to soggy T-shirts

The Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night of the year, has just taken place – a moment of frenzied anticipation as behind-the-scenes negotiations regarding which designer will have the honour of dressing which celebrity finally come to fruition (each pairing and outfits having been given the hallowed Anna Wintour seal of approval) and the watching publ...

FALLOUT: Biggest Questions For Season 2

Welcome to the Wasteland, Fallout fans! The Prime Video series delivered an epic adaptation of the beloved post-apocalyptic video game franchise that's sure to leave fans hungry for more. With the announcement of a second season officially on the way, Dan Casey is reporting heading into the Vaults to break down all the burning questions we have from season one. More Television News: https://nerdist.com/topic/television/ Watch more Nerdist News: http://bit.ly/1qvVVhV Follow Us: Facebook https://facebook.com/nerdist Twitter https://twitter.com/Nerdist Instagram https://instagram.com/nerdist/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@nerdist Image: Prime Video

Who is Eden Golan? Israel’s 2024 Eurovision contestant singing Hurricane at the final in Sweden

Who is Eden Golan? Israel’s 2024 Eurovision contestant singing Hurricane at the final in Sweden - Twenty-year-old singer was voted through the second semi-final and will compete in the final in Malmo, Sweden, this Saturday

David Tennant and Aidan Turner in first official look at new 80s drama Rivals

Rivals is released later this year.

The Met Gala Has Highlighted Fashion's Obsession With Discomfort – Is That So Wrong?

The popularity of the corset has dusted off that hoary old debate about clothing and oppression

Larry David & Leon Get Banned For Life | Curb Your Enthusiasm | HBO

Somebody get the little red wig and freckles. Stream the latest episode of the HBO Original Series #CurbYourEnthusiasm on @streamonmax. ABOUT HBO HBO is home to the shows and films that everyone is talking about, from groundbreaking series and documentaries to the biggest blockbuster movies. About Max: Max is the culture-defining entertainment service for every mood. With a variety of genres that include your favorite series and movies from iconic brands and treasured franchises, it delivers irresistible stories every time. From reuniting with life-long favorites to uncovering new ones you haven’t discovered yet, there's something for every moment, every feeling, every you. It’s all here. Iconic series, award-winning movies, fresh originals, and family favorites featuring the worlds of Harry Potter, the DC Universe, and HBO. Discover the best entertainment for every mood. Introducing Max – the one to watch. #WarnerBrosDiscovery #streamonmax #theonetowatch SUBSCRIBE TO HBO https://streamonm.ax/3NXRAba GET MAX https://streamonm.ax/Max MORE HBO Official Site: https://itsh.bo/dotcom Follow HBO on Instagram: https://itsh.bo/instagram Follow HBO on TikTok: https://itsh.bo/tiktok Follow HBO on Twitter: https://itsh.bo/twitter Like HBO on Facebook: https://itsh.bo/facebook

‘Worst’ Netflix film of 2024 tops chart with 7 million views in three days

Sugababes say they're 'grateful and blessed to have the legacy we have' as they tease new music

Sugababes say they're 'grateful and blessed to have the legacy we have' as they tease new music - EXCLUSIVE: The girl group also reveal what the ultimate night out with them would be like and it includes cocktails and karaoke

Selina Meyer Discovers Her Nicknames | Veep | HBO

Selina Meyer AKA Grizzly Madam. All episodes of Veep are streaming on Max. ABOUT HBO HBO is home to the shows and films that everyone is talking about, from groundbreaking series and documentaries to the biggest blockbuster movies. About Max: Max is the culture-defining entertainment service for every mood. With a variety of genres that include your favorite series and movies from iconic brands and treasured franchises, it delivers irresistible stories every time. From reuniting with life-long favorites to uncovering new ones you haven’t discovered yet, there's something for every moment, every feeling, every you. It’s all here. Iconic series, award-winning movies, fresh originals, and family favorites featuring the worlds of Harry Potter, the DC Universe, and HBO. Discover the best entertainment for every mood. Introducing Max – the one to watch. #WarnerBrosDiscovery #streamonmax #theonetowatch SUBSCRIBE TO HBO https://streamonm.ax/3NXRAba GET MAX https://streamonm.ax/Max MORE HBO Official Site: https://itsh.bo/dotcom Follow HBO on Instagram: https://itsh.bo/instagram Follow HBO on TikTok: https://itsh.bo/tiktok Follow HBO on Twitter: https://itsh.bo/twitter Like HBO on Facebook: https://itsh.bo/facebook

‘Punching up against colonialism is glorious!’ The unstoppable rise of Indian comedy in the UK

In the summer of 2010, Anuvab Pal was writing an article about the opening of the Comedy Store in Mumbai, impresario Don Ward’s attempt to introduce British-style standup to India. Pal, then working primarily as a screenwriter, went to interview Ward, whose storied London venue was a cradle of alternative comedy in the 1980s. He told Pal that press coverage was all well and good, but what he really needed was performers. The initial plan –...

The Most Underrated TV Shows Ever

Under-the-radar gems that never got the fanfare they deserved.

20 kids movies that are definitely not for kids

Family movie nights can be wonderful. They can be a shared experience in which everyone is lost in the same film — both parents and children glued to the screen. But not all kids movies are meant for kids. These films are worth looking into before you choose them for family night.

THOR: RAGNAROK Clip - "Hulk Parade" (2017) Marvel

THOR: RAGNAROK Clip - "Hulk Parade" (2017) Marvel PLOT: Imprisoned, the mighty Thor finds himself in a lethal gladiatorial contest against the Hulk, his former ally. Thor must fight for survival and race against time to prevent the all-powerful Hela from destroying his home and the Asgardian civilization. CAST: Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Cate Blanchett Popular Superhero Clips -- https://bit.ly/3dicv7h SUBSCRIBE for more SUPERHERO videos here: https://goo.gl/9Ahzw8 Buy the film here! https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B076XR2JF6/joblosmovieempor/ #Thor

The 32 Prettiest Grammys Beauty Looks Ever

Hair and makeup fit for music's biggest night.

30 Underrated Movies Worth Watching

Don't overlook these low-key classics.

Thelma the Unicorn Official Trailer

When a rare pink and glitter-filled moment of fate makes Thelma the Pony's wish of being a unicorn come true, she rises to instant international pop-superstar stardom, but at an unexpected cost.

The big sleep: The most memorable movie character deaths

If you have to make an exit, you might as well make it memorable. That’s certainly true of character deaths in movies. Some of the most-iconic moments in film history involve a character dying.

25 TV characters we love to hate

It doesn't always take a villain or principal antagonist to get viewers' blood boiling. Some fringe or recurring characters can downright annoy us to the brink of pulling our hair out. Here are 25 all-time TV characters worthy of that love-to-hate relationship.

Why I created a parody of Woman’s Hour

It was when an episode of Woman’s Hour went from a segment about orphans into one about sparkly socks, and then Nigel Slater started talking about cake, that I knew: women’s talk shows are ripe for comedy. I joined Woman’s Hour on a BBC trainee scheme in 2017, right after graduating from university. Working on a magazine-style show was fantastic: I...

30 '80s Icons You've Forgotten (But Shouldn't Have)

Take a delightful trip down memory lane with me!

James Laurenson, top-class stage actor who was also a memorable screen supporting player – obituary

James Laurenson, the actor who has died aged 84, arrived in Britain from his native New Zealand in the early 1960s and enjoyed a varied career in theatre, television and film. He made his film debut in 1969 with a small part in Ken Russell’s Women In Love and his other screen roles ranged from Major General Ross in the Sharpe television series to P...

Peter Jackson and Andy Serkis to work on new Lord of the Rings film

Peter Jackson and Andy Serkis are working on a new Lord of the Rings film due to release in 2026, it has been announced. In a statement, Warner Bros said that the first of a new set of Lord of the Rings films, The Hunt for Gollum, will be directed by and star Serkis, and be produced by Jackson. David Zaslav, CEO of Warner Bros Discovery, had earlier told a conference call with investors that the film is “now in the early stages of script...

Olivia Rodrigo, OVO Hydro, Glasgow, review: A high energy pop-rock extravaganza

Woe betide anyone who didn’t get the memo: minidress, combat boots or Converse trainers, and a strictly black, purple, and pink dress code. The Olivia Rodrigo fan uniform is well-established by now, three years into the American singer’s stardom — as evidenced by the thousands of girls streaming along the appropriately pink walkway to Glasgow’s OVO...

A Cameo from David Tennant's Dad! | Doctor Who Confidential: Series 4 | Doctor Who

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Rachel Chinouriri on her heart-wrenching debut album: ‘I’m a Black girl making indie music – people didn’t know what to do with that’

Rachel Chinouriri on her heart-wrenching debut album: ‘I’m a Black girl making indie music – people didn’t know what to do with that’ - NEW SENSATIONS: As the indie-pop singer releases her first album, What a Devastating Turn of Events’, she speaks to Ellie Muir about the six years it took to release it, her music constantly being miscategorised as R&B or urban, and her decision to use the St George’s Cross on her album artwork

Classic TV show returns with perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

The 20 best sitcom villains

Several great antagonists have emerged in sitcom history — many of whom threaten to steal the spotlight from the characters who are supposed to be the center of the audience’s sympathies and loyalties. These are the 20 best.

Here's our pick of everything to add to your calendar in May

From exclusive shopping pop-ups to fashion-focused exhibitions, here's what to book, see and do this month

Co-op Live confirms act for opening gig after inspection into series of delays

The new Manchester venue will finally open its doors next week.

10 best new Netflix originals you need to add to your watch list

Our Dream Welsh Chapel, Channel 4, review: nothing potty about this ambitious property makeover

The cancellation of Escape to the Chateau leaves us short of a reality show about an ambitious restoration project fronted by a cheerful middle-aged couple with design skills, a can-do attitude and a wacky dress sense. It’s a very particular niche, but after nine series in Normandy, evidently a popular one. How to fill the gap? Step up, Our Dream W...

The 10 best things on Netflix based on extraordinary true stories

20 movies where everyone dies

Every so often, a story comes along in which no one (or almost no one) makes it out alive, and even if they do, they are either physically dying or dead on the inside.

First trailer released for Megalopolis, the ‘crazy’ film The Godfather director self-financed for $120m

First trailer released for Megalopolis, the ‘crazy’ film The Godfather director self-financed for $120m - Francis Ford Coppola’s passion project has been decades in the making

Olly Alexander delivers first Eurovision performance

Olly Alexander delivers first Eurovision performance - Cameras were rotated to give a spinning feel as Alexander and the dancers performed.