Trans-Siberian Orchestra keyboardist Vitalij Kuprij dies, aged 49

Dylan Mulvaney “appalling.”On Friday, Mulvaney, a transgender woman, posted an Instagram photo with Gaga to celebrate International Women’s Day, which quickly faced blowback for a biological male claiming to honor women.Gaga remarked on the issue Monday, specifically calling out the media’s framing with the use of the word “backlash.”“It’s appalling to me that a post about National Women’s Day by Dylan Mulvaney and me would be met with such vitriol and hatred. When I see a newspaper reporting on hatred but calling it ‘backlash’ I feel it is important to clarify that hatred is hatred, and this kind of hatred is violence.

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent German director Volker Schlöndorff, who won the Cannes’ Palme d’Or and an Oscar for his 1979 drama “The Tin Drum,” is set to direct a film about how Antonio Vivaldi — the 18th-century Italian composer of “The Four Seasons” — formed what is touted as the world’s first all-female orchestra. Schlöndorff’s still-untitled depiction of this lesser-known aspect of Vivaldi’s career is based on a book by German writer Peter Schneider, which has been adapted for the big screen by Italian scribe Francesco Piccolo (“My Brilliant Friend”) along with the director.

Beloved TV star Charlie Bird has sadly passed away at age 74.The heartbreaking news comes after the RTE legend shared his diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease with the public in 2021. Seamus Dooley, Irish secretary of the National Union of Journalists, shared the tragic news with an emotional statement. He wrote: "Although we have been expecting this news, it is still a moment of enormous sadness.

Naman Ramachandran Oscar, BAFTA and Grammy-winning composer A.R. Rahman (“Slumdog Millionaire”) is set to release 16 new compositions with the Dubai-based Firdaus Orchestra. Firdaus Orchestra is an all-woman ensemble of 50 musicians from 23 Arab countries, mentored by the composer.

The Smile headlined the third night of the BBC 6 Music Festival last night (March 9), alongside the London Contemporary Orchestra – check out the video below. The COVID-formed, loose experimental band, comprised of Radiohead’s Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood, alongside Sons Of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner, played a lengthy set at Manchester’s O2 Victoria Warehouse, the main body of which saw them joined by the classical orchestra.

Jim Beard, a pianist, keyboardist, composer, producer and arranger known for his work with Steely Dan as well as jazz musicians Wayne Shorter and John McLaughlin, died Saturday, March 2, in a New York City hospital from complications due to a sudden illness. He was 63.

sweeping anti-transgender bill that also banned access to gender-affirming care for minors, use of gender-affirming pronouns in school environments, and “Don’t Say Gay”-style prohibitions on classroom content.

Hairy Biker Dave Myers' wife Liliana has paid tribute to her husband in a heart-wrenching post after he sadly died at the age of 66 following a battle with cancer.The TV chef's co-star Si King revealed the news on Thursday 29 February with a long message shared on the BBC show's X account. Since then tributes have poured in from friends and fans, as well as his beloved wife who described him as a "wonderful, brave man". Liliana sweetly wrote: "Rest in peace, my love.

Tributes have been pouring in for Dave Myers, star of cooking duo the Hairy Bikers, who has sadly passed away aged 66 following a battle with cancer.

Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers has sadly died at the age of 66.The TV chef was diagnosed with cancer in 2022. Dave's Hairy Bikers co-star Si King announced the sad news on social media, writing that Dave "passed away peacefully at home" with his wife Lili, his family and Si by his side.The statement read: “Hi everyone, I’m afraid I bear some sad news. “Most of you will know Dave has been fighting cancer for the past couple of years.

Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers has tragically passed away at age 66 after a battle with cancer. A full statement on the Hairy Bikers’ social media from Dave Myers’ TV partner Si King said: “Hi everyone, I’m afraid I bear some sad news. “Most of you will know Dave has been fighting cancer for the past couple of years.

Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers has passed away at the age of 66, less than two years after revealing his cancer diagnosis.His death was announced by co-star and best friend, Si King, who said he was with Myers when he died “peacefully at home” on Wednesday, February 28His wife, Lillian, his family and close friend David were also “by his side,” King said in a statement on X/Twitter.“All who knew Dave are devastated at his passing,” wrote King. “His beloved wife brought him such happiness as did her children, Iza and Sergiu who Dave loved like his own.“Personally, I am not sure I can put into words on how I feel at the moment. My best friend is on a journey that for now, I can’t follow.

TV chef Dave Myers, best known as one-half of the Hairy Bikers, has died at the age of 66, according to a statement from his co-star Si King on social media.

Musician Cat Janice has passed away aged 31 following a battle with cancer.The social media star recently had her song Dance You Outta My Head go viral after she revealed that she had transferred the rights of the song to her seven year old son, Loren, to help him financially after her death. Cat's family announced the sad news of her deathwith a statement posted to her Instagram page.They wrote: "This morning, from her childhood home and surrounded by her loving family, Catherine peacefully entered the light and love of her heavenly creator. "We are eternally thankful for the outpouring of love that Catherine and our family have received over the past few months.

My Mum, Your Dad contestant Sharon Benson has announced that she is 'heartbroken' as her dad sadly passed away today (February 28).The 53 year old posted on her Instagram Stories that her dad has died just months after her mum's passing. She wrote: "Mam & Dad 56 years together, you just wanted to be with her... She'll probably have a go at you for missing her birthday.

Charles Dierkop, best known for his roles in The Sting, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and Police Woman, died Sunday at a Sherman Oaks Hospital. He was 87.

The sounds of the 60s and 70s will be brought to life with the BBC Concert Orchestra in a special night celebrating Northern Soul music.

Smallville star Chris Gauthier has died at the age of 48.The actor, who played Winslow Schott/Toyman in the series, was also known for appearances in Once Upon A Time, A Series Of Unfortunate Events and 2009 film Watchmen.According to his manager, Gauthier “passed suddenly and unexpectedly following a short illness” last week (via TVLine).“We can confirm that our dear friend and client, Chris Gauthier, passed away on Friday morning, February 23, at the age of 48,” a statement from TriStar Appearances/Event Horizon Talent confirmed.This still doesn't feel real.How can it?A world without you in it is a much darker place.So much so that when his…Posted by Chad Colvin on Sunday, February 25, 2024“As a beloved Vancouver-based character actor, Chris shared his talents with so many of us both on television and in film. His loss is felt not just by his fans but by those of us who were lucky enough to know him more personally.

In his first public statement since sexual battery allegations against him in December, Vin Diesel said he’s sticking with the “Fast & Furious” franchise and confirmed the next film is its last. He did not address any misconduct or the lawsuit brought against him.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Adam McKay’s Hyperobject Industries has set up “Jockular,” a podcast from three queer best friends Katie Kershaw, Tien Tran and E.R. Fightmaster — who, along with their guests, will discuss all things queer, trans and women-forward in the world of sports. “Jockular” will dispense “equal doses of sports commentary, cultural criticism and light-hearted gossip,” per Hyperobject Industries, spanning sports including collegiate basketball, professional soccer and “power slapping” (which, weirdly, is an actual thing).