What was it W. B. Yeats wrote, that line Joan Didion lifted and twisted in her essay “Slouching Towards Bethlehem,” about West Coast chaos in 1967? Things fall apart; the center cannot hold.
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The Hollywood Walk of Fame is getting a massive dose of star power next year.
Thirty-one superstars across film, television, radio, recording and sports entertainment will receive a cemented star on the iconic sidewalks of Hollywood Boulevard and Vine Street in Los Angeles, California.
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iHeart Radio host and Chair of the Walk of Fame Selection Panel, Ellen K, announced the A-list luminaries set to engrave their names into the iconic landmark in 2024. Among them include Chadwick Boseman, Michelle Yeoh, Chris Pine, Gal Gadot, Gwen Stefani, Def Leppard, Andre ‘Dr Dre’ Young, Christina Ricci and Kerry Washington.
Boseman, who passed in 2020 following a tumultuous and private battle with colon cancer, was the first name to be revealed.
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“The Committee did an amazing job choosing these very talented people. We can’t wait to see each honoree’s reaction as they realize that they are becoming a part of Hollywood’s history with the unveiling of their star on the world’s most famous walkway!” Ellen K said in a press release.
The all-star cast of celebs who joined Hollywood’s famous footsteps this year included Chris ‘Ludacris’ Bridges, Tupac Shakur and Ming-Na Wen.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame presented its first star over 60 years ago for acclaimed director Stanley Kramer in 1960. The dazzling destination now spawls for over 1.3 miles and boasts 2,789 names.
What was it W. B. Yeats wrote, that line Joan Didion lifted and twisted in her essay “Slouching Towards Bethlehem,” about West Coast chaos in 1967? Things fall apart; the center cannot hold.
Sheila E., accompanied by Ringo Starr, made history as the first female solo percussionist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The unveiling of her star on Wednesday marked a monumental moment for the musician born Sheila Escovedo, who expressed her gratitude for this prestigious recognition.
Alan Light “I forget about a lot of the things that I’ve done until someone brings it up,” says Sheila E. “I wish I could remember everything, when there’s so much that I’ve done! I look back and reflect a little bit, but I’m always in the moment and I feel that there’s so much more for me to do.” On July 12, Sheila E.’s remarkable career will be recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. “It’s something that never even crossed my mind,” she says of the honor. “Well, it probably did when I was younger, because growing up in the Bay Area, we would drive to Los Angeles and go, ‘Wow, look, this is Hollywood!’ So it’s very humbling.”
Michelle Yeoh is paying tribute to the late Disney musician CoCo Lee, remembering her as a “bright star” with a “beautiful voice.”On Wednesday, Lee’s sister confirmed in a Facebook post that the “Mulan” singer had died at the age of 48 following a suicide attempt.“I am deeply saddened that we have lost a bright star,” Yeoh wrote in an Instagram post, sharing a carousel of photos taken of her and Lee throughout the years.“Coco was the first Chinese to perform at the Oscars, her song A love before time from Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon was nominated for Best Original Song.. we were so proud and always will be,” the post continued.
Michelle Yeoh is mourning the loss of Coco Lee.
Michelle Yeoh is emotionally paying tribute to singer CoCo Lee after her sudden death.
So many celebs were in attendance at Michael Rubin‘s Fourth of July party at his private estate in the Hamptons!
Ethan Shanfeld In a critical ruling, the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action programs at Harvard and the University of North Carolina on Thursday, upsetting a 45-year precedent and putting an end to the systematic consideration of race in college admissions. Ruling that the programs at both schools violated the Equal Protection Clause of the Constitution, the court voted 6-3 in the UNC case and 6-2 in the Harvard case, in which Justice Ketanji Brown was recused. The decision could have serious implications on the college admissions process, with the NAACP calling it a “willful ignorance of our reality.” The effects of the ruling could stretch as far as race-conscious workplace programs.
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told Germany’s ZEIT magazine earlier month. “The second that happens, they’re ready to move forward.”But film industry sources told The Post they’re not so sure Spacey will be welcomed back with open arms even if he is found not guilty.“I can’t imagine anyone hiring him,” a Hollywood film executive told The Post. “What he’s accused of is so dicey.
Back in 2019, Chris Jericho emerged with a new pro-wrestling persona dubbed Painmaker, a deranged and violent character inspired by serial killers that he debuted for New Japan Pro Wrestling.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has announced the Class of 2024, consisting of 31 celebs who will be receiving stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame next year.
Angela Bassett is getting her long-awaited Oscar! Bassett was first nominated for an Academy Award for her portrayal of Tina Turner in 1993's and the actress has been a prominent figure in Hollywood for the past 40 years — garnering another Oscar nomination for her role in 2022's . On Monday, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that Bassett, as well as Mel Brooks and Carol Littleton, will receive an honorary Oscar at this year's Governors Awards. The ceremony will also honor Sundance Institute’s Michelle Satter with the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award. The 14th annual Governors Awards is set to take place on Saturday, Nov.
Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks and Carol Littleton will receive honorary Oscars at this year’s Governors Awards, announced by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. In addition, the Sundance Institute’s Michelle Satter will receive the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Awards. The four statuettes will be presented at the 14th annual ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, in Los Angeles. “The Academy’s Board of Governors is thrilled to honor four trailblazers who have transformed the film industry and inspired generations of filmmakers and movie fans,” said Academy President Janet Yang. “Across her decades-long career, Angela Bassett has continued to deliver transcendent performances that set new standards in acting. Mel Brooks lights up our hearts with his humor, and his legacy has made a lasting impact on every facet of entertainment. Carol Littleton’s career in film editing serves as a model for those who come after her. A pillar of the independent film community, Michelle Satter has played a vital role in the careers of countless filmmakers around the world.”
A bombshell report about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry is shedding light on the couple’s plans in Hollywood, which have seemingly hit a roadblock.
Elizabeth Wagmeister Senior Correspondent Dermot Mulroney is showing his support for the writers on strike — in somewhat dramatic fashion. Mulroney walked off “The View” during a segment that is scheduled to air on Friday, a source tells Variety, explaining to the hosts that he was going to “symbolically walk off in support of the writers” as he left the stage toward the end of his interview. Before leaving the stage, the actor asked the hosts if they were getting ready to go to commercial break and then thanked them before walking off mid-segment, according to an individual who was on-set, who adds that Mulroney’s interview was friendly and went smoothly, covering topics of his upcoming Disney+ series “Secret Invasion,” his past roles, his career, family and work ethic and longevity in Hollywood. When Mulroney left the stage, Variety is told the hosts remained professional and Joy Behar plugged his Disney+ series as she tossed to break.
The father of a student brutally stabbed to death by a 'coward' armed with a 13-inch 'mafia stiletto' weapon has called for a crackdown on knife crime. Jason O'Connor said the 15 year sentence handed to his son's killer 'does not reflect the magnitude of the crime'.
Kyle Walker has emerged as a potential transfer target for Bayern Munich amid the prospect of a departure from Manchester City.
HBO and Max have been slowly making a bunch of cancellation and renewal decisions this year…and another was just announced.