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Growing up, D’Arcy Carden had three career aspirations: “rock star, actress, baseball player.” Of course, she’s already seen success as an actor with memorable roles as Janet in “The Good Place” and Natalie in “Barry.” But in Amazon Prime Video’s “A League of Their Own,” which premiered in a binge on Aug. 12, Carden had the chance to make another one of those childhood dreams come true, hitting a grand slam as fiery Rockford Peaches player Greta Gill. The new series from “Broad City” co-creator Abbi Jacobson and “Mozart in the Jungle” showrunner Will Graham is based on Penny Marshall’s beloved 1992 film of the same name — but don’t call it a reboot. The retelling includes what Carden calls “kisses to the original,” but features all-new characters, while tackling queer storylines and racism.  “We really haven’t seen this time period through a queer lens.

As the nation swelters in another heatwave, you may well be thinking of a planning a little holiday to enjoy the best of the great British weather.That is exactly what Joe Wicks has done, as he enjoyed a luxury staycation in Surrey.The fitness guru took to Instagram to share his experience of his stay at Beaverbrook, which is a luxury country house hotel. A staycation is a great way to explore the English countryside and keep things local without having to worry about passports, visa and vaccinations – which can be a real effort, when the only thing you crave is some major R&R.

Dua Lipa has been made an Honorary Ambassador of Kosovo at a ceremony in the country’s capital, Pristina. The singer was in the city to headline the Sunny Hill Festival, which she co-founded with her father, Kosovan Dukagjin Lipa, in 2018.The award was presented in recognition of Lipa’s work with the festival and the Sunny Hill Foundation promoting a campaign that is calling for a change to visa rules in the Balkan region so that Kosovans can travel into the European Union for short stays visa-free, as citizens can in five neighbouring countries.After receiving the award from President Vjosa Osmani on Friday, Lipa wrote on Instagram: “It’s an honour and a privilege to be able to represent my country all over the world and to continue my work and efforts globally to see that we leave our mark and make a difference.

Dua Lipa has been named as an Ambassador of Kosovo! The «Levitating» singer, who is outspoken about her support for the Balkan country where she spent much of her childhood, was honored with the title on Friday. Taking to Instagram to share the news and post a photo with Kosovo's president, Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu, Lipa wrote, «Yesterday afternoon I was awarded the title of Honourary Ambassador of Kosovo by our Madame President.» A post shared by DUA LIPA (@dualipa)The GRAMMY-winning singer continued, «It’s an honour and a privilege to be able to represent my country all over the world and to continue my work and efforts globally to see that we leave our mark and make a difference. The youth of Kosovo deserves the right to visa liberalization, freedom to travel and to dream big.

Dua Lipa has been named an Honorary Ambassador of Kosovo in a ceremony that was held over the weekend.Taking to Instagram yesterday (August 6), the 26-year-old ‘Future Nostalgia’ artist – who spent a portion of her childhood in Kosovo, and has Kosovo-Albanian parents – shared a photo gallery of the ceremony, featuring her official invitation, certificate, and decoration with a medallion by Kosovo’s Madame President Vjosa Osmani.The caption saw Lipa note: “It’s an honour and a privilege to be able to represent my country all over the world and to continue my work and efforts globally to see that we leave our mark and make a difference.“The youth of Kosovo deserves the right to visa liberalisation, freedom to travel and to dream big.”A post shared by DUA LIPA (@dualipa)On her personal Instagram account, Osmani also shared images of the ceremony. Writing in Albanian, Osmani said: “Today, I gave the title of Honorary Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo to Dua Lipa, because she continues to honour our country in every step and every appearance.“[She] has become an inspiration and model for girls all over the world.

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Chicago’s iconic Lollapalooza Festival had the perfect mix of punk rock and electronic pop, thanks to headliners Machine Gun Kelly and Dua Lipa.With a cigarette in hand and the studded pink leather biker jacket of dreams, MGK stepped out onto the Bud Light Seltzer stage for a night the crowd will never forget.The rocker treated fans to hits from his 2020 studio album “Tickets To My Downfall” as well as his latest release, “Mainstream Sellout.”The musician — whose real name is Colson Baker — took a moment to reflect how far he’s come, remembering when he played during the daytime 1.30 p.m. slot last year.

Love Island’s Francesca Allen has revealed her upcoming wedding plans, and how she’s hoping to have her special day abroad. Francesca, 26, didn’t find love on the show in 2019, but went on to get engaged to now-fiancé Ed Crossan last Christmas. Following her time on the programme, Francesca made friends for life and wants some of her reality TV star chums to be involved with her in wedding day.

Dua lipa is sharing how she feels after a scary situation took place in one of her recent concerts, as part of her world tour. Admitting that she is “deeply sorry” and shocked, learning that someone in the audience set off unauthorized fireworks as she finished her performance.“Last night, unauthorized fireworks went off in the crowd during my set in Toronto,” the 26-year-old singer wrote on Instagram.

Dua Lipa's Future Nostalgia tour reached Toronto, Canada this week and while no arena show is complete without some pyrotechnics, one audience member took things too far when a series of unauthorized fireworks were set off on the floor of the Scotiabank Arena. Local news source CityNews reports that three people at the July 27 show were left with minor injuries and that police are investgating the incident.

Dua Lipa‘s concert in Toronto this week is being investigated after the incident left three people with minor injuries.On Wednesday night (July 27) a series of fireworks were set off by unidentified persons during Lipa’s show at the Scotiabank Arena.According to fan-captured videos of the incident the fireworks were set off on the arena floor, sending fans running towards the seated areas for cover. Lipa didn’t appear to notice.The pop star has now issued a statement via her Instagram stories.

reported, adding that after being checked by medics, no further medical assistance was needed, police said.Still, it was enough to scare and disperse the crowd, especially after the fatal attack at Ariana Grande’s Manchester, England, concert in 2017. Videos posted to social media show that the “Hotter Than Hell” songstress was walking the runway, soaking in her final moments of applause nowhere close to the unexpected pyrotechnics.Fireworks were apparently smuggled into @DuaLipa's #FutureNostalgiaTour show in Toronto last night and was set off at the roof and the audience.

Lollapalooza Festival is set to kickstart on Thursday through Sunday, and the grand list of performers is definitely something to scream about.With some of the biggest names in music taking to the many stages in Grant Park, Ill., there’s something for everyone to break out their best dance moves.Thursday’s line-up sets the tone for a music-filled few days, with none other than rapper Lil Baby and iconic heavy metal band Metallica headlining on Day 1.Also joining Thursday’s star-studded line-up is electronic music king Zhu, known for his mega hits such as “Cold Blooded,” “Faded” and “Working For It.”Tove Lo and Jazmine Sullivan are also set to take to the main stage Thursday.And if you thought Thursday’s line-up is hard to top, Day 2 might have you second-guessing.Music fans will be able to rock out to Machine Gun Kelly’s pumped-up tracks on the main stage, as he and singer Dua Lipa are Friday’s headliners on their respective stages.Other acts include rockers Royal Blood, and rapper Don Toliver who will take to the main stage ahead of MGK.R&B songstress Tinashe will be vibing out with the crowd during her hour-long set. “Heat Waves” hitmakers Glass Animals will also be performing, taking to the stage just before “New Rules” singer Dua Lipa.Starting the weekend off strong on Saturday is a host of musical acts that need no introduction.With the one and only J.

While Love Island may be known for its iconic contestants, drama-filled scenes and romantic gestures, there’s one other thing that’s always guaranteed to get people talking - the show’s iconic villa. And with its sprawling infinity pool, sun-soaked terrace area and legendary fire pit, it’s no surprise that the Mallorca mansion has seen some viewers attempt to bring a slice of Spain to their UK homes.

Ed Sheeran has said he feels “proud” to have made a video that brought the late Jamal Edwards’ “vision to life”.Edwards suffered a cardiac arrest at home in Acton, west London on 20 February after taking recreational drugs.Sheeran revealed that he had approached Edwards some time ago to make the video for his collaboration with Russ on his latest track, ‘Are You Entertained’.In a new post on Instagram, Sheeran revealed that Edwards had planned out the whole video for Sheeran but just before they started shooting, Edwards died.Sheeran went on to explain that Edwards’ mum Brenda and his sister Tanisha said they told him they should still make the video in order to make “Jamal’s vision come to life”.“I felt so sad on the day,” Sheeran said when they started filming, “but very proud.” He went on: “I wish Jam was here to see it, I wish we’d done it together, but he would be buzzing how all his people came together and brought his vision to life.”A post shared by Ed Sheeran (@teddysphotos)It’s been incredible seeing my Son Jamal’s creative vision come to life for this video. Huge thank you from myself and the whole SBTV Family to Jake Nava,Alistair Khalil, Nicky Caulfield.

Glee alum Blake Jenner was arrested for driving under the influence, Us Weekly confirms.