Rita Lee, Brazil’s Queen of Rock, dies at 75

EXCLUSIVE: Shazam! Fury of the Gods and Elementary star Lucy Liu will voice and executive-produce Tribeca Festival (June 7-18)-bound immersive experience, The Pirate Queen, about fabled Chinese pirate leader Cheng Shih.

BreAnna Bell Arnold Schwarzenegger’s “Fubar” performed an action-packed coup on top of Netflix’s English TV list during the May 22-28 viewing window, taking down “Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story” for the No. 1 position after a three-week run.

Rita Ora has been hailed as 'the Queen of the gym' after posting about her gruelling workout. The pop star, 32, showed off her incredible toned figure as she posed in the gym in a skintight green romper. She paired her look with a light green crop top, bright red socks and monochrome black and white trainers.

British singer Rita Ora has finally given her fans something to get excited about as she releases her new single from her much-anticipated third album, and it’s the perfect 80s-inspired collaboration. Her single, Praising You, is a reimagining of Fatboy Slim’s 90s hit Praise You, and sees Rita and Fatboy Slim collaborating on the track.

Rita Ora channelled 2001 Kylie Minogue as she attended the launch party for Margot Robbie's Papa Salt Coastal Gin in Sydney on Monday. The singer, 32, arrived in style as she donned a white mini-shift dress, which featured a hooded portion - just like Kylie sported in her music video for her iconic hit Can't Get You Out Of My Head. Adding some accessories to her stylish ensemble, Rita sported a large silver necklace and matching arm cuff, and carried her belongings in a chic red bag.The Masked Singer UK judge, joined a number of other celebrity guests as they marked the launch of Papa Salt, the gin brand created by Barbie star Margot Robbie, her husband Tom Ackerley, and three of their friends.

Rita Ora says her wedding to Taika Waititi was planned “in two or three days”, and that the occasion had been “perfect”. The British singer, 32, said she had wanted to keep the ceremony private “because my life and career aren’t” and had really wanted the 47 year old Hollywood director’s children to be present. RIta confirmed the marriage earlier this year, and that the pair had begun dating in 2021 after she went to Australia to work as a coach on the local version of The Voice.

The Voice and say they were hesitant at first to take their long-term friendship to the next level for fear of ruining it. Speaking to Glamour UK, the singer-songwriter shared details of the proposal, saying: "There was no real getting down on one knee. It was more like, 'I want to marry you.

A post shared by Rita Lee Jones (@ritalee_oficial)Known for being one of Brazil’s most successful singer-songwriters, Lee got her start in the group Os Mutantes who were considered one of Brazil’s most influential rock bands. Her album ‘Fruto Proibido’ (Forbidden Fruit) with the band Tutti Frutti is considered a Brazilian music classic.Lee’s musical career spanned more than 50 years.

Rita Ora had viewers in awe as she 'slayed' during an interval performance at the first semi-final of the of Eurovision Song Contest 2023 on BBC One. The pop superstar wowed with a selection of her greatest hits as she took to the stage in Liverpool, the host city in the UK on behalf of Ukraine.

Rita Lee, the Brazilian singer who started her career as a founding member of the long-running, highly original rock band Os Mutantes, has passed away. The news was shared on Lee’s official Instagram page Monday morning (May 9) and first reported in English by ABC News shortly thereafter.

The 67th Eurovision Song Contest kicked off with a bang on Tuesday night in the UK with the first of two semi-finals. 

READ MORE:Tony Blackburn finally confirms Radio 2 return as he makes 'speedy recovery'With a career spanning more than 50 years, Rita sold more than 55 million records worldwide. She won seven Latin Grammy Awards, most recently a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022. Rita was an original member of the popular Brazilian rock band, Os Mutantes, before going solo in 1972.

Thania Garcia Rita Lee, one of Brazil’s top-selling rock artists and an original member of the tropicalia band Os Mutantes, died on May 5 after struggling with lung cancer. She was 75. The news was confirmed on Tuesday morning via Lee’s official Instagram account which, translated from Portuguese, stated: “We announce the death of Rita Lee, at her residence, in São Paulo, capital, late last night, surrounded by all the love of her family, as she always wanted.” The post also made note that Lee’s body will be cremated, according to her wishes, and included a public invite to attend her wake on May 10.

over the weekend at his extravagant coronation at London’s Westminster Abbey, alongside his wife Camilla, now queen.The celebrations took place in front of the royal family and 2,000 invited guests, marking the first time since the late Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953 that Britain crowned a new monarch.While the crowning event was a momentous, once-in-a-generation occasion, many took the opportunity to poke fun at the royals — namely Camilla, who became the subject of many savage jokes.Many memes declared Camilla, 75, “the ultimate side chick” saying she’s “giving hope to side chicks everywhere,” in reference to her affair with Charles, which began in 1986.“Winners are the ones who refused to quit,” one tweet quipped, showing the newly crowned queen.“All you side chicks have hope. This one became queen,” another wrote, along with a picture of a smiling Camilla.All you side chicks have hope.

Australian DJ Ian Bell has sadly passed away in Paris while en route to the Eurovision Song Concert in the UK with his family. Ian, 60, suffered a heart attack on 2 May in the French capital, which was the first stop on his trip with his family that was said to also include a stop off in Liverpool to attend Eurovision 2023, according to the Advertiser. The DJ, who was also a music writer, photographer and record store owner, is survived by his wife Jordan, the couple's daughter Ruby and his sisters Susan and Janet, as reported by Daily Mail Australia.

took Charles and Camilla’s wedding photos in 2005, snapped the pictures immediately after the 74-year-old monarch was officially crowned at Westminster Abbey on May 6, reports the BBC.Dressed in the Robe of Estate and wearing the Imperial State Crown, Charles looked regal in Buckingham Palace’s Throne Room. The new monarch is captured holding the Sovereign’s Orb and Sovereign’s Scepter with Cross in his often-mocked “sausage” fingers.

time from his coronation festivities to join Lionel Richie and Katy Perry for a surprise appearance on “American Idol” Sunday night.Charles and Queen Camilla casually strolled into the throne room at Buckingham Palace for a brief appearance with the two vocalists who had performed at the star-studded coronation concert on Saturday night.“I just wanted to check, how long will you be using this room for?” the 74-year-old monarch deadpanned after interrupting the live feed.The historic space has been used for extravagant balls dating back to the reign of Queen Victoria.The “All Night Long” singer feigned surprise at Charles’ query and told the panel in Los Angeles that he needed to make a quick exit.“We have to give the room up right away,” Richie, 73, joked.Charles then graciously thanked the two singers for their “brilliant performance” at the concert.Richie said that the duo would join the party after their television appearance and thanked the royals, who ambled out of the shot.Perry — who serves as an ambassador for the King’s British Asian Trust — belted out two of her classic hits, “Roar” and “Firework,” to Saturday’s massive crowd.She also gave a shout-out to King Charles III, praising him for “bringing out the firework in so many young people” through the work they’re doing together.Perry was joined by Richie, who also holds a role with a charity close to the King’s heart.The singer was named a global ambassador for The Prince’s Trust in 2019 and snagged a coveted invitation to Saturday’s coronation thanks to his role.As previously reported, the current class of “Idol” contestants are in good hands while the judges visit the UK.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have arrived.On Sunday, the newly-crowned royals got a royal welcome as the trumpets sounded from the stage and they were spotted arriving at their seats inside the grounds of Windsor Castle.Charles and Camilla — who arrived earlier than expected — were greeted with cheers and applause from the over 20,000 attendees inside the venue.As they made their way, Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte curtsied as a sign of respect. Also joining them in the box were Prince William and Prince George, as well as other immediate members of the family.The royals had mini Union Jack flags to wave as they took in the show.Sunday's coronation concert is shaping up to be a big event.

King Charles and Queen Camilla‘s Coronation was a family affair!