Matthew Perry‘s death is the tragedy that keeps on taking.
30.11.2023 - 06:43 / nme.com
AOA member Choa has opened up about life as a K-pop idol and how some of them “rely on medications” to survive.The singer made the comments during a press event for the new South Korean TV show Singer Sisters, which she appears on. The singer revealed that “many K-pop stars rely on medications to get through the day in the industry” when asked about what advice she would give to younger idols, per SBS Star.“Juggling demanding schedules in Korea and around the world at the same time, some K-pop stars face challenges with their mental health,” the singer added.
“I wish for their mental well-being, and I wish they could be able to do their work with happy hearts. Don’t feel too much pressure about your work.
Take care of yourself and enjoy your life.During the event, Choa also opened up about her long hiatus from the industry, revealing that she decided to take a break “after experiencing burnout”. She added: “While trying to find ways to stay mentally healthy, I met [my Singer Sisters castmates].”She the spoke about how Chae Ri-na give her advice about how success isn’t important, but instead “whether your position is still there for you after all the years of surviving in this industry”.“These [women] are living proof of what she said, still maintaining their active presence in this industry,” she added.
I support all the K-pop stars relying on medications to get through tough times. After reflecting on Chae Ri-na’s remark, I wished to become another living proof.”Choa was a member of popular K-pop girl group AOA from 2012 to 2017.
She left the act in June 2017. The singer made her return to the entertainment industry in 2020, contributing the song ‘Here I Am’ to the soundtrack of the K-drama, Men Are Men.
.Matthew Perry‘s death is the tragedy that keeps on taking.
Thanks to the long, drawn out process of bringing “Zack Snyder’s Justice League” to the screen, people are now obsessed with the idea of Zack Snyder doing director’s cuts of his films. So, even before anyone saw one frame of his new film, “Rebel Moon — Part One: A Child of Fire,” there was already extensive discussion about his R-rated director’s cut.
shared on X.In June, the Queen Of Pop was found unresponsive in her NYC home after “strenuously rehearsing” and “putting in 12-hour days” in anticipation of her tour.Madonna said the ordeal made her think about her own mother, who died aged 30 back in 1963.“She was by herself,” the singer shared. “And I was thinking, ‘What if I left my children?’ That would destroy me to leave my children at this moment in their lives.”“I wasn’t thinking about me.
Matthew Perry‘s toxicology report was a real shocker.
Strictly Come Dancing fans have said someone 'should go to prison' as they complained about the choice of dance for Annabel Croft. The tennis ace made it to the semi-final of the BBC One dance contest on Saturday night (December 9) with dance partner Johannes Radebe.
Director Denis Villeneuve has high hopes for Dune: Part Two, which is currently scheduled for release on March 1, 2024, after bouncing through several potential dates.
Prince Harry is continuing to fight for his family’s safety!
A statement from Prince Harry was read aloud in court today as he fights to have UK protection restored for him and his family.
BLACKPINK are still discussing their individual contracts with YG Entertainment, the label has confirmed.YG Entertainment announced yesterday (December 6) that BLACKPINK had re-signed with the K-pop agency following a months-long negotiation process, saying that the quartet would be releasing “new albums” and embarking on “world tours” in the future.However, in its statement, YG Entertainment also said that BLACKPINK had “signed an exclusive contract for group activities”, which left questions about the quartet’s individual contracts with the agency.In a later statement to South Korean news outlet eToday, YG Entertainment confirmed that “the exclusive contracts for individual members are still being negotiated”.In addition, the label also said that it is currently “difficult to provide details” about the duration of BLACKPINK’s new group contract, as well as any possible upcoming plans for new music. “For now, please kindly refer to the official statement only,” per TV Report, as translated by Soompi.Yesterday, the share price of YG Entertainment shot up by as much as 29 per cent after it announced that BLACKPINK have renewed their contracts with the agency.
BTS are to begin their mandatory South Korean military duties soon, their management agency said.Big Hit Music said in a statement Tuesday that the enlistments are “upcoming” but didn’t disclose the starting dates.South Korean media reported that all four members will begin their duties next week — RM and V on Dec. 11 and Jimin and Jung Kook, who are scheduled to enlist together, on Dec.
Katya Jones has shared another 'blow' following her unexpected Strictly Come Dancing exit in a post on social media. The professional dancer was forced to withdraw from the competition just before the quarter-finals after celebrity partner Nigel Harman suffered an injury.
Minhwan and Yulhee are getting a divorce.
I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!’s Danielle Harold won the hearts of the viewers during Friday night’s episode as she comforted an upset Josie Gibson. Danielle went over to the This Morning presenter, who was crying in the camp toilet.
Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic Billie Eilish remembers being aware there were some puzzled — or just wary — reactions when a song she and Finneas co-wrote, “What Was I Made For?,” was one of the last tracks announced for the “Barbie” soundtrack. “I remember everybody being like, ‘What the hell? It’s gonna be a fun, cute, girly, pink movie for the summer and we’re all going to be laughing.
Tyler, The Creator‘s fashion label Golf Wang have announced worldwide holiday pop ups.The musician will launch 12 holiday pop up stores on December 2, along with their current permanent locations in Los Angeles, New York and London.Golf Wang will travel across the world to Amsterdam, Berlin, Hong Kong, Toyko, Melbourne, and London. A store will also arrive in Seoul, South Korean, however its location will be announced in the future.In the US, further pop ups will be found in Austin, Atlanta, Bay Area, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Phoenix and Washington, D.C.The stores will contain portions of the FW23 collection, along with a graffiti airbrush-inspired art piece that will be featured on different items like tees, fleece, jackets and accessories.
Former Pop Idol winner Michelle McManus made an appearance on Tuesday's Loose Women, with viewers left amazing as she appeared to have not aged a day since her show stint 20 years ago.The singer, 43, who has undergone a hair and body transformation in recent years, may have looked rather different but she had remained looking just as youthful as she had in her 20s. As the show aired, several viewers flocked to X, previously Twitter, to show her with love, and express their shock at her appearance. One wrote: "Michelle is such a sweetheart!!! She also doesn't look 43.The woman hasn't aged in twenty years", and another added: "Michelle McManus looks incredible omg!!!!" However, despite viewers praising her past and present looks, Michelle recalled the many hurtful fat-shaming comments she had received during her time on Pop Idol.
Former Pop Idol star Michelle McManus appeared on Tuesday's instalment of Loose Women where she reflected on winning the singing competition back in 2003, marking 20 years since the life-changing moment.
British singer Tom Odell has tied the knot with his Georgie Somerville in a stunning traditional ceremony.The happy news was shared on Instagram by friend of the couple, singer-songwriter Tom Rosenthal, who attended the nuptials on Saturday, November 25. Sharing a rather blurry photo on Instagram, Tom said: "Congratulations to the brilliant duo @meme.devil and @tompeterodell.This is the only shot I got but I think we can all agree I nailed it." Tom's snap showed his pal and fellow singer, who is best known for his smash hit Another Love, standing in a church dressed in a black tux and dickie bow, alongside his stunning bride, who wore a long-sleeved ivory dress, and accessorised with a cool head piece.
Single in Seoul made his reflect on his own love life.Single in Seoul is a romantic-comedy that stars Lee Dong-wook as Young-ho, a writer and influencer who has learned to be comfortable with doing everything alone after a series of bad relationship and heartbreaks.Starring opposite Lee Dong-wook is Cobweb actress Im Soo-jung, who plays Hyeon-jin, the editor-in-chief of a publishing company. Unlike Young-ho, Hyeon-jin is a hopeless romantic who is working on a series of essays about singles in the city.Lee Dong-wook revealed in an interview with The Korea Times that he relates strongly to his Single in Seoul character of Young-ho.
Princess Kate looked effortlessly elegant as she sported a rarely seen century-old tiara at a state banquet Tuesday night.The Princess of Wales, 41, opted for a sprawling white gown by Jenny Packham for the luxe dinner at Buckingham Palace, hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla.The royal family welcomed the President and First Lady of South Korea, as Kate and her husband Prince William spoke to Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife Kim Keon Hee.Also in attendance was K-pop sensation Blackpink, which consists of stars Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa.Kate accessorized with a pair of earrings belonging to Queen Elizabeth, as well as her Family Order, and her GCVO sash and star.But the star of the night was her Strathmore Rose Tiara — which belonged to Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, the Queen Mother, who received it as a gift from her parents in 1923.