Fall Out Boy have released a cover of the Billy Joel song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” – updated to namecheck newsworthy items from 1989-2023. In the original, Joel lists significant events and figures from 1949 (his year of birth) to 1989.
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Ben Affleck and Matt Damon aren’t too happy right now after Donald Trump used an audio clip from their new movie to raise some cash for his presidential campaign!
Just days after a federal grand jury indicted him on charges related to his handling of classified documents, the 76-year-old posted a two-minute video to his Truth Social network on Saturday. And in it, he incorporated clips from his political career while Matt’s monologue from the movie Air played in the background. For those who don’t know, Matt portrays Nike sales representative Sonny Vaccaro in the film about the creation of the Air Jordan brand. At one point in the movie, he delivers this huge speech in an effort to get Michael Jordan to sign with the shoe brand. Ch-ch-check it out (below):
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But in this case, Trump is asking for people to donate money to his campaign. Well, it turns out he did not have permission to use the scene from the movie in the fundraising video. And Artists Equity – the company co-founded by Ben and Matt and produced Air – wasn’t going to this matter slide! They released a statement condemning Trump’s usage of the monologue, saying:
Artists Equity continued, noting that they forbid Trump from using their material:
His response to Matt and Ben? Well, take a look for yourself at what Axios reporter Alex Thompson received from Trump’s campaign spokesperson:
Just no words…
It is no secret that Trump has a long history of using people’s work without their approval while on the campaign trail. Artists like the Rolling Stones, Queen, Neil Young, Pharrell Williams, Rihanna, and more have blasted him for playing their music at his rallies. But you would think with all
Fall Out Boy have released a cover of the Billy Joel song “We Didn’t Start the Fire” – updated to namecheck newsworthy items from 1989-2023. In the original, Joel lists significant events and figures from 1949 (his year of birth) to 1989.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are getting ready for a big celebration at their new $60 million mansion. The couple is set to renew their vows this summer, to commemorate their 1st anniversary, as revealed by a close source to the pair to the Daily Mail.The two stars made headlines last year after eloping in Las Vegas and throwing a lavish party and wedding ceremony at the actor’s home in Georgia.
told MSNBC anchor Jen Psaki on Sunday’s “Inside With Jen Psaki.” “We have to do everything to make sure that a person so frivolous with our democracy, so jeopardizing of our national security, so disrespectful of our rule of law, would [never] be president of the United States once again.”Despite the growing pile of evidence against Trump, the Speaker Emerita also noted her hesitancy to say there’s no way he could win again since she “never thought he could win the first time.” As the pair discussed Trump’s recent indictment — to which he pleaded not guilty to 37 federal counts regarding the illegal retention of classified documents as well as obstructing justice and making false statements — Psaki pointed out that some of the documents found at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence were the highest level classifications possible.“Knowing what you know about former President Donald Trump, we know he has an affection for dictators,” Psaki said. “Do you have concern, without us knowing at this point, of what he may have wanted to do with those documents?”While Pelosi didn’t give a definitive answer to Psaki’s inquiry, the California representative underlined the extent to which Trump “seriously jeopardized our national security,” which went against protecting important security documents that he expressed as a priority during his candidacy.
Jennifer Garner celebrated Father’s Day alongside her dad. Still, she took a moment to send a shout out to Ben Affleck, praising him for loving their kids like “no one” else.Jennifer Lopez flaunts her Ben Affleck tattoo in new sassy photosBen Affleck’s back tattoo: what to know about his majestic phoenixA post shared by Jennifer Garner (@jennifer.garner)In an Instagram post, Garner provided her followers with an update on her Father’s Day, sharing a photo of herself with her parents.
Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Before Ben Affleck donned an ill-fitting wig and distracting polarized sunglasses in his portrayal of Phil Knight in “Air,” the visionary Nike founder told his own life story in a 2018 memoir called “Shoe Dog.” In the candid autobiography — which is currently a No. 1 bestseller on Amazon, five years after its initial release — Knight traces the creation of Nike, from its early days as an intrepid start-up to its current status as one of the most iconic and profitable brands in history.
Jennifer Lopez posted a thirst trap of Ben Affleck for Fathers Day, and the world has not been the same since. On Sunday, the singer shared a cropped selfie taken by the “Air” star showing off his abs and toned figure.
Donald Trump’s trial on federal charges of withholding classified documents is scheduled to start on August 14, a date that is likely to change.
Jennifer Lopez is showing her love for Ben Affleck on Father's Day with a steamy snapshot.The pop icon took to Instagram on Sunday to share a slideshow post, with a shirtless cover shot of Affleck showing off his ripped abs and sizable shoulder tattoos.«Daddy Appreciation Post,» Lopez wrote alongside the scruffy snapshot of her handsome hubby. «Happy Father’s Day Papa.»«And Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing Papas out there!!! We love you and appreciate you more than you will ever know,» Lopez added in the caption.A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)The slideshow post also included a video montage of couple moments showing Affleck and Lopez being super cute together, as well as two selfies of the happily married couple cozying up and smiling.Affleck, of course, celebrated Father's Day as a dad of three — including daughters Violet, 17, Seraphina, 13, and son Samuel, 10, whom he shares with ex-wife Jennifer Garner.Garner, for her part, shared a special shoutout to Affleck as well.
Jennifer Lopez turned up the heat on Father’s Day 2023.
Jennifer Lopez is loving her new ink! The businesswoman recently shared a gallery of photos with her 247 million followers on Instagram, and her Ben Affleck tattoo is on display in one of the shots.JLo, who recently praised her husband’s Spanish skills, posed in colorful dresses for her new drop with Revolve. One of them had a backless design with cutouts in the front that showed off her underboob, tattoo, and toned abs. A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)Fans couldn’t get over how good The Mother star looks.
As the fallout from Donald Trump’s second indictment continues, the “Morning Joe” crew is still amazed that it’s even happening. Not because the twice-impeached former president doesn’t deserve the charges, but rather, because he could’ve avoided them entirely had he just cooperated with authorities.During Friday morning’s discussion, MSNBC political analyst Elise Jordan joined the panel, discussing Mitt Romney’s reaction to the indictment with Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough.
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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck epitomized love and happiness during their recent outing. The couple radiated joy as they attended the Los Angeles premiere of Affleck’s new movie, The Flash.Lopez, looking stunning in a Gucci gown with a black zip-up bodice and peach-colored skirt, accessorized her look with a black Kurt Geiger clutch bag. Her hair was styled in a sleek, long ponytail, highlighting her natural beauty.Affleck looked dashing in his all-black outfit, consisting of a suit, button-down shirt, and lace-up dress shoes.
Jennifer Lopez praised Ben Affleck’s Spanish speaking skills while promoting her new movie The Mother. Lopez, 53, told Access Hollywood her husband “really loves speaking Spanish.”“Yeah, really great Spanish,” the singer and actress said.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez had a superhero date night!On Monday, the power couple attended the premiere of Affleck's new movie, at Ovation Hollywood — and they packed on the PDA. Affleck, who plays Batman in the film, channeled his Bruce Wayne character in a relaxed black suit which he left unbuttoned at the top.For her part, the Lopez went full glam in the Gucci Cruise 2024 black sleeveless high neck scuba and silk crêpe de chine evening dress. The «On the Floor» singer showed off the look as she posed solo on the carpet, and held on to a black clutch.
The Superman to her Lois Lane. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck looked as happy as ever at the premiere of his latest superhero flick, The Flash.
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Jennifer Lopez is showing support for her husband Ben Affleck at the premiere of his new movie The Flash!
Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner were spotted attending the synagogue with their two kids following her father’s second indictment. The former first daughter was spotted in Miami over the weekend, following news of Donald Trump’s alleged mishandling of official documents.
McKinley Franklin editor Matt Damon and Ben Affleck’s production banner Artists Equity states that it “did not consent” to the use of a monologue from the film “Air” in a new campaign ad for Donald Trump. On Saturday, Trump shared a fundraising video on his Truth Social platform. The ad features footage and images of the former president throughout his life, accompanied by audio of Damon’s climactic monologue from the film “Air.” In the spring release, Damon’s Nike exec gives the speech to a young Michael Jordan to convince him to sign a sponsorship deal with the shoe company. “We had no foreknowledge of, did not consent to and do not endorse or approve any footage or audio from ‘Air’ being repurposed by the Trump campaign as a political advertisement or for any other use,” a spokesperson for Artists Equity told Variety on Sunday. “Specifically in terms of any and all rights available to us under U.S. copyright and intellectual property law, we hereby, expressly give notice that in the case of any use of material from ‘Air’ by the Trump campaign where approval or consent is required, we do not grant such consent.”