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Music artists who walked away at the top of their game

There are many ways to leave a career: through frustration with the industry, because of conflicts with your band, because you're no longer makin' the hits you once you used to, or maybe, just maybe, you want to try something else.

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

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...

Ralph Ineson: Harry Potter actor cast in major Fantastic Four role

Ralph Ineson: Harry Potter actor cast in major Fantastic Four role - Ralph Ineson will play Galactus in the upcoming Marvel superhero movie

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...

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...

Bandai Namco is giving Elden Ring fans a chance to win rare statues and replicas with its video contest — but hurry, it only runs for a limited time

Bandai Namco is hosting an Elden Ring video contest where whoever produces the best trailer will earn a 10-foot tall Elden Ring statue, and runner-ups will earn real-life replicas of in-game items.

Happy 90th birthday, Shirley MacLaine: her 20 best films – ranked!

20. Around the World in 80 Days (1956) An early Shirley in this epic Technicolor comedy-adventure based on Jules Verne, overstuffed with superstar cameos and produced by the impresario Mike Todd. David Niven sauntered through the role of the globe-circling gent Phileas Fogg and 22-year-old MacLaine was cast in the way Hollywood sometimes saw her in those days … as someone whose feline, gamine looks had something exotic and Asiatic about them....

Eric Clapton: At 79, the voice is thinning but he’s still playing like an immortal

“I’m going deaf, I’ve got tinnitus, my hands just about work,” Eric Clapton admitted in 2018. “It’s amazing to me I’m still here.” Yet, indeed, here he was, at 79, strolling onstage at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle, on the first date of yet another world tour, his first live appearance of the year. “I have to get on the bottom of the ladder every ...

SHAZAM: FURY OF THE GODS Clip - "Burgers" (2023) DC

SHAZAM: FURY OF THE GODS Clip - "Burgers" (2023) DC Bestowed with the powers of the gods, Billy Batson and his fellow foster kids are still learning how to juggle teenage life with their adult superhero alter egos. When a vengeful trio of ancient gods arrives on Earth in search of the magic stolen from them long ago, Shazam and his allies get thrust into a battle for their superpowers, their lives, and the fate of the world. Release date: March 17, 2023 (USA) Director: David F. Sandberg Buy the film here! https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0BX2TKDYR/joblosmovieempor/ Wanna support us? Get your JoBlo Merch right here! https://joblo-merch.creator-spring.com/ Popular Superhero Clips -- https://bit.ly/3dicv7h SUBSCRIBE for more SUPERHERO videos here: https://goo.gl/9Ahzw8 #Shazam

In defence of the Pretty Good Show

Not every TV series needs to radically change our lives

25 movies that will really mess with your head

These kinds of films are designed to mess with the mind, whether through the effective use of a plot twist, the narrative, or sometimes just the inventive use of the visual field. As thought-provoking as they are disturbing, these are the kinds of films that prove the enduring power of cinema.

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...

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.

Everything we know about Game Of Thrones spin-off, A Knight of The Seven Kingdoms

Ready to return to Westeros?

BLACK ADAM Clip - "Word Choice" (2022) Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson - DC

BLACK ADAM Clip - "Word Choice" (2022) DC Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson stars in the action adventure ‘Black Adam’, the first ever feature film to explore the story of the DC Super Hero. #BlackAdam PLOT: Nearly 5,000 years after he was bestowed with the almighty powers of the Egyptian gods-and imprisoned just as quickly-Black Adam (Johnson) is freed from his earthly tomb, ready to unleash his unique form of justice on the modern world. CAST: Dwayne "The Rock Johnson, Pierce Brosnan, Sarah Shahi Buy the film here! https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0B6Q2ST1R/joblosmovieempor/ Wanna support us? Get your JoBlo Merch right here! https://joblo-merch.creator-spring.com/ Popular Superhero Clips -- https://bit.ly/3dicv7h SUBSCRIBE for more SUPERHERO videos here: https://goo.gl/9Ahzw8

Sam Rubin, beloved LA entertainment anchor and interviewer, dies at 64

Sam Rubin, beloved LA entertainment anchor and interviewer, dies at 64 - Entertainment broadcaster Sam Rubin has died at age 64

TV tonight: riotously funny prison comedy The Young Offenders is back

The Young Offenders 9.30pm, BBC One A return series for Peter Foott’s riotously funny comedy. Having paid the price for a “free holiday in Colombia” (of the Midnight Express variety), Conor (Alex Murphy) found himself back in prison. But now he has been released to terrorise Cork again, and is determined to win back his ex, Linda. By dumping her bins all over the garden. Ali Caterrall Unreported World 7.30pm, Channel 4 Divorce parties are all...

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...

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

30 Comedians Who Became Actors

The improv-to-dramatic-performance pipeline is real.

What are the must-see concerts of 2024?

While some artists are heading on tour in 2024 as a farewell, others are bringing fans into a new era. Here is a list of tours that are sure to be the hottest tickets in town.

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

Nick Cave: I can express myself better with sculpture than song

Nick Cave: I can express myself better with sculpture than song - The singer has his first solo show at a gallery in Brussels

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.

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

Take a delightful trip down memory lane with me!

The Idea of You review – Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine spark in crowd-pleasing romcom

From the crackling Coachella meet-cute between 40-year-old single mum Solène (Anne Hathaway) and 24-year-old boyband heart-throb Hayes (Nicholas Galitzine), to the on-point wardrobe choices (she’s chic but not try-hard; he’s adorable in a grey ombre mohair cardie), to the lavish stage shows, to the sparking chemistry between the pair: this adaptation of Robinne Lee’s romantic novel is a sleek, precision-tooled crowd pleaser. Some of the music is...

Meet Ukraine’s Eurovision contestants Alyona Alyona and Jerry Heil

Meet Ukraine’s Eurovision contestants Alyona Alyona and Jerry Heil - Duo are hoping to raise awareness and funds for a school in Ukraine that was destroyed by a Russian missile

Rankin exhibition showcases 90s photographs of Kate Moss, David Bowie and Jude Law

Rankin exhibition showcases 90s photographs of Kate Moss, David Bowie and Jude Law - The photographs were first featured in style magazine Dazed & Confused

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

20 Disney movies you totally forgot existed

While many titles in the Disney catalog are considered classics, the studio has many forgotten films that have fallen into obscurity. Whether they are duds or hidden gems, these movies have slipped under the radar.

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 ...

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.

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

Rivals is released later this year.

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 10 best things on Netflix based on extraordinary true stories

‘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...

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...

The 32 Prettiest Grammys Beauty Looks Ever

Hair and makeup fit for music's biggest night.

20 of the most diehard fan bases in pop culture

From those who raved about Beethoven in the 19th century to the teens and tweens who pushed Beatlemania, they all helped build up the idea that when you love someone’s work or something, you go hard. With that, these are the most diehard fan bases in pop culture ever.

From racing to laughing: Daniel Ricciardo to produce new F1 comedy

Daniel Ricciardo will be one of the executive producers of a new comedy set in the Formula 1 world, and no it's not based on Mercedes' current season.

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.

8 Netflix shows with a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score you need to watch

Find your next binge-watch here.

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

All the best celebrity style this month so far

Who wore what, from Anya Taylor-Joy to Gigi Hadid

Nya: Stunning Cover of Tyla's "Water" - American Idol 2024

"Nya stuns with this cover of ""Water"" by Tyla! Go stream all episodes now on Hulu! See more of American Idol 2024 on our official site: http://www.americanidol.com Facebook: facebook.com/AmericanIdol Twitter: twitter.com/americanidol Instagram: instagram.com/americanidol/ TikTok: tiktok.com/americanidol AMERICAN IDOL, the iconic series that revolutionized the television landscape by pioneering the music competition genre, returns on ABC. American Idol 2024 Helping to determine who America will ultimately vote for to become the next singing sensation are music industry forces and superstar judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. Emmy® Award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest continues as host of the beloved series, for the historic 22nd season.

Will Abba holograms perform at Eurovision? Everything you need to know about this year's show

Will Abba holograms perform at this year's Eurovision? It's the question on every fan's lips.

Ben Schwartz on Sonic the Hedgehog 3: ‘I haven’t seen a shred of darkness in Jim Carrey’

Ben Schwartz on Sonic the Hedgehog 3: ‘I haven’t seen a shred of darkness in Jim Carrey’ - INTERVIEW: The comedian and ‘Parks and Recreation’ star talks to Louis Chilton about the Keanu Reeves casting rumours, his new improv show at the Royal Albert Hall, and the time he forced John Malkovich to rewatch ‘Con Air’

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

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.