Shucked is a brand new musical that begins previews TONIGHT on Broadway and we caught up with star Kevin Cahoon to learn more about him!
17.02.2023 - 20:01 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Olly Murs didn't mind getting sassy with his fans after one told him he needed to 'up his game'. The singer celebrated topping the charts with hie comeback album, Marry Me, back in early December.
The singer-songwriter, 38, went straight to the top after six years, despite being criticised heavily on social media for the lyrics on one of his tracks which were branded "controlling". Olly said at the time: "Wow, it’s been six years since I had a number one, so thank you so much to all the fans, you lot have been absolutely amazing!
"Thanks to my wonderful team, to the Official Charts Company, I’m just so excited to have a number one album. Marry Me is number one this week! It’s so amazing, I don’t think it’s really sunk in yet. It’s a lot of hard work that’s gone into this, thank you so much!"
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The album success follows criticism for his song I Hate You When You’re Drunk, with online users drawing a link to his fiance Amelia Tank. Addressing the condemnation on BBC Breakfast this week, he said: “It’s obviously upsetting to think that people took it that way because it was not that intention. When you listen to the song and you understand the type of artist I am, it was just more in a cheeky fun way."
Olly is now gearing up to hit the road for his Marry Me UK tour which will take place later in the year with the former X Factor star visiting arenas up and down the country. But as he promoted tickets for his end of tour show, which will take place in Plymouth, Olly got an unexpected reply.
One of his followers said: "Huge fan of yours but this new album is not good, you need to up your game Olly." And the
Shucked is a brand new musical that begins previews TONIGHT on Broadway and we caught up with star Kevin Cahoon to learn more about him!
Gemma Atkinson has shared Gorka Marquez's hilarious response after she suggested to him that their son could be in the army. The Hits Radio host was hailed an "inspiration" to pregnant women after completing a weekend fitness retreat in the Scottish Highlands.
Andi Peters admitted he was 'trying his hardest' as he made his latest appearance on Good Morning Britain. The TV star was back on the ITV news programme on Wednesday (March 8) to bring viewers the latest competition details.
Emmerdale star Mark Charnock has issued a plea to fans as he battles what he describes as an 'exhausting' problem. The actor is best known to viewers for playing Marlon Dingle in the ITV soap and as one of the most recognisable faces on TV, he's facing what appears to be a reoccurring problem on social media.
Hits Radio presenter Gemma Atkinson was triumphant after completing a weekend fitness retreat in the Scottish Highlands. A beaming Gemma gave a thumbs-up after enjoying a trip to Aviemore in the Scottish Highlands with Fitnessat58degrees.
We Need To Talk About Kevin and Marvel’s Doctor Strange, revealed her favourite films in a poll for Sight And Sound magazine.Since 1952, the magazine has asked filmmakers every decade for their lists of the greatest films of all time. As part of the Winter 2022-23 issue, directors like Martin Scorsese, Wes Anderson and Barry Jenkins were invited to contribute their favourites.Swinton, who has directing and producing credits over her career, features a mix of Japanese animation and British classics in her list. You can check out the list below.1. A Matter Of Life And Death (1946)2. Vertigo (1958)3. Monsieur Hulot’s Holiday (1953)4. To Be Or Not To Be (1942)5. Walkabout (1971)6. Journey To Italy (1954)7. Pickpocket (1959)8. Jeanne Dielman (1975)9. My Neighbour Totoro (1988)10. La Dolce Vita (1960)The actor’s top pick, A Matter Of Life And Death, is directed by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger.
Pregnant Gemma Atkinson was all smiles as she rocked into work on Thursday after earlier being “mum-shamed” by cruel trolls on Instagram. Gemma is fast approaching the June due date for her second baby with Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez.The couple welcomed their daughter, Mia Louise, into the world back in 2019.
Gemma Atkinson has been flooded with praise and hailed as an 'inspiration' as she took a look at the difference between in her two pregnancies. The Hits Radio host is currently pregnant with her second child.
FIFA came under fire earlier this week for its appointment of supermodel Adriana Lima as its global fan ambassador. The soccer world’s governing body said Lima’s role will be to develop, promote and participate in several initiatives around the world to help grow soccer. "When you get to meet Adriana, you feel right away her warmth, kindness, and how approachable and passionate she is about our game," FIFA president Gianni Infantino said in a news release.
Angelique Jackson The eighth annual Icon Mann Honors dinner will salute “The Woman King” filmmaker Gina Prince-Bythewood, “Sidney” director Reginald Hudlin and Uzodinma Iweala, CEO of the Africa Center NYC and author of the New York Times bestseller “Beasts of No Nation.” Icon Mann partnered with Sony Pictures for the event, which has a “Reimagining African Diasporic Narratives” theme and will take place on Wednesday, March 8 at the Waldorf Astoria in Beverly Hills, Calif. The dinner is part of a series of awards week events for Icon Mann, which is a media, production and management consultancy representing African Diasporic heritage. The company is a leading strategic broker for investments and enterprise within creative industries for Hollywood and media-driven African nations, cultivating a global network of creators and leaders focused on “positive narrative representation.”
Made in Chelsea's Ollie Locke took to Instagram to reveal that he is expecting twins with his husband, Gareth, after three years of trying for a family. On Sunday, Ollie, who joined the Channel 4 reality show in season one with Jamie Laing, Spencer Matthews and Sam Thompson, shared a compilation video that featured an ultrasound scan and some of his favourite moments with his husband.
remove language deemed offensive from the late British author’s children’s novels with the goal of making the stories suitable for modern readers generated widespread backlash last week.The company said that in addition to the revised editions, 17 of Dahl’s books will be published in their original form later this year as “The Roald Dahl Classic Collection,” The Associated Press reported, citing the company stating that “readers will be free to choose which version of Dahl’s stories they prefer.”Penguin Random House did not immediately respond to a request for additional comment.The company’s Puffin children’s label altered passages in Dahl’s books relating to weight, mental health, gender and race to make the titles more palatable to today’s sensibilities. The move is not uncommon with older books, but the number of edits and books involved drew criticism.In addition to the changed description of the gluttonous Gloop in the 1964 novel later made into movies starring Gene Wilder and Johnny Depp, The Roald Dahl Story Company, which controls the rights to the books, said it worked with Penguin’s Puffin children’s label to revise books like “Fantastic Mr.
Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor Emmy-nominated producer, filmmaker, author and activist Geena Rocero has joined the SeeHer advisory board, the initiative that aims to increase the accurate portrayal of women and girls in advertising and media. She joins a board that includes former WNBA CEO Lisa Borders; former InStyle magazine Editor-In-Chief and influencer Laura Brown; award-winning journalist Katie Couric; Academy Award-winning actor and activist Geena Davis; entrepreneur and TV personality Lori Grenier; singer, songwriter, producer and advocate Connie Lim (MILCK); storyteller, actor and social media influencer Busy Philipps; actor, producer, and activist Yara Shahidi; TV personality and NFL Hall of Famer Michael Strahan; and literary agent Jennifer Rudolph Walsh.
Canadian R&B and soul singer Jully Black is being praised online after simply changing one word during her Canadian national anthem performance at the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday.
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The NBA All-Star Game arrived in Salt Lake City, Utah on Sunday evening, and alongside a basketball game featuring the NBA's best players, viewers were treated to performances from some similarly talented artists, as well as Post Malone. Burna Boy, Rema, and Tems each took the stage for the evening's musical showcase, with Post Malone performing at the pre-game tip-off event with some help from 21 Savage.
Post Malone and 21 Savage were among the musical guests at last night’s (January 19) NBA All-Star Game – watch them perform ‘Rockstar’ below.The annual game was held in Salt Lake City, Utah on Sunday night, seeing Team Giannis (led by Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks) beating Team LeBron (led by the Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James).Before the show, Post Malone played a two-song set, teaming up with Savage for their hit collaboration and playing his own track ‘Wow’.At half time, a number of stars of Nigerian pop – Burna Boy, Rema and Tems – came together for a star-studded show.A few days before the all-star game, the annual celebrity match took place, featuring Janelle Monaé.After the game, the singer tweeted: “I got cut from my team as a kid (it was traumatic!) and now I’m laughing.”See all the performances and reactions below.Janelle Monáe is mic'd up for the #RufflesCelebGame tonight!
LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo will hand-pick their teams on the court in real time at 7:30 p.m. ET — just an hour before tip-off. The NBA All-Star Game will air across ESPN, TNT and NBA TV. For those without cable, Sling TV is currently the best way to watch the All-Star Game with 50% off your first month's subscription. With Sling TV's Orange plan offering TNT, ESPN and up to four concurrent streams, your family and friends can watch the game from the comfort of multiple rooms.The 72nd annual NBA All-Star Game will be broadcast on TNT.
LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo will hand-pick their teams on the court in real time at 7:30 p.m. ET — just an hour before tip-off. The NBA All-Star Game will air across ESPN, TNT and NBA TV. For those without cable, Sling TV is currently the best way to watch the All-Star Game with 50% off your first month's subscription. With Sling TV's Orange plan offering TNT, ESPN and up to four concurrent streams, your family and friends can watch the game from the comfort of multiple rooms.The 72nd annual NBA All-Star Game will be broadcast on TNT.
Simu Liu is addressing an awkward moment that occurred during the 2023 NBA Celebrity All-Star Game.