Amanda Abbington has broken her silence following her exit from Strictly Come Dancing saying that she's feeling 'really good'.
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EXCLUSIVE: Quiver Distribution has acquired North American rights to Willie and Me, a comedy marking the feature directorial debut of L.A.-based German actress Eva Hassmann, who stars opposite 12-time Grammy winner Willie Nelson and the late Peter Bogdanovich. Marking the latter’s final screen performance, the film written by Hassmann is slated for release in theaters and on demand on February 9, 2024.
Pic tells the story of Greta Weingarten (Hassmann), a housewife trapped in a stagnant marriage. One evening while serving dinner to her successful but bland husband, Greta hears a radio announcement about Willie Nelson’s farewell concert, and through his music, she’s transported back to her disjointed childhood. Greta is suddenly overwhelmed by the need to see Nelson and will do whatever it takes to be at his last concert in Las Vegas. She takes off on her journey, leaving behind the husband and comfortable life she knows. And with everything against her, but so much ahead, she realizes that the return ticket has become her heaviest piece of luggage.
Willie and Me opened the Oldenburg Film Festival and has won awards at numerous others around the world.
Said Quiver Distribution Co-Presidents Berry Meyerowitz and Jeff Sackman, “We are thrilled to be working with Eva on this incredible heartfelt and hilarious road movie. Alongside two absolute legends in Bogdanovich and Nelson, including so many of his hit songs, Eva has created a character that the audience will want to follow on this journey.”
Added Hassmann, “Willie and Me is an enchanting tribute to Willie Nelson, as Greta’s transformative journey to his farewell concert rekindles her spirit and unveils life’s hidden connections. It’s a whimsical adventure infused with
Amanda Abbington has broken her silence following her exit from Strictly Come Dancing saying that she's feeling 'really good'.
Nandi Bushell, the 13-year-old drummer who gained fame for her impressive drum covers, has released a new video of her playing along to Slipknot’s ‘Psychosocial’.The video, posted on her YouTube channel on October 31, shows Bushell dressed up as a devil as she launches into an enthusiastic cover of the 2008 metal anthem. “Being a Slipknot #maggot is not just for #halloween but for #life!”, Bushell wrote in the video description.Bushell, who shot to viral fame for her online drum battles with Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl, has been playing drums since she was five years old and has posted hundreds of videos of her covering songs by various artists including Nirvana, Metallica and Queen.
Lempicka, the Carson Kreitzer-Matt Gould musical about the Polish artist Tamara de Lempicka, will begin performances at Broadway‘s Longacre Theatre on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, ahead of an official opening night on Sunday, April 14, producers Seaview and Jenny Niederhoffer announced today.
Princess Andre shared a sweet photo to celebrate her seventh month anniversary with her boyfriend.The influencer, and daughter of Katie Price and Peter Andre, usually keeps her relationship with her boyfriend out of the spotlight - although she did recently share a rare selfie of the pair. She's now shared a new photo of the couple together as they celebrate a relationship milestone. Taking to her Instagram story to celebrate their anniversary, Princess took a photo of the couple’s feet together while standing close to each other.
, featuring a smooth leather upper, a chunky decorative buckle, and a little extra height courtesy of a two-inch platform sole. The street style icon epitomized in a pair of low-slung wide-leg jeans, a gray knit top, and an oversized gray cardigan. To finish the look, she topped everything off with a pair of reflective round sunglasses and a navy blue quilted Chanel handbag.Per Backgrid, Lively was leaving Bradley Cooper's home on the heels of who was equally fall-ready in an oversized Stella McCartney sweater, worn as a dress, and cognac riding boots.
Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic What has been described as the Beatles‘ “last song,” a recently completed version of “Now and Then” that includes contributions from all four members, is about to enter the realm of the now. The long-teased track will finally reach the public’s ears in one week, on Thursday, Nov. 2.
A popular minke whale that has been visiting the coast of Scotland for almost 30 years has set a new record in Europe for the number of years she has been spotted.
Brent Lang Executive Editor FilmNation Entertainment has acquired worldwide rights to Sean Baker’s new romantic dramedy film “Anora.” Following the acquisition, FilmNation sold rights internationally to Le Pacte in France, Lev in Israel, Kismet in Australia and New Zealand and Focus Features and Universal Pictures International in the rest of the world, excluding North America. The film was written and directed by Baker, who is best known for directing “Tangerine” and “The Florida Project.” It shot on location at the beginning of the year in Brooklyn and stars Mikey Madison, who appeared as Manson Family follower Susan “Sadie” Atkins in “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.” Plot details are being kept under wraps.
Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice has been photographed for the first time looking glum, after his celebrity partner Amanda Abbington quit the show.The 33-year-old Italian dancer appeared downcast as he was photographed in a black puffer jacket, amid claims that his partner became "fragile and frazzled" because she couldn't cope with his tough training sessions. Amanda quit the show just days after she pulled out of a live performance due to ill health. Presenter Fleur East announced that Amanda had called it quits on the Spin-off show It Takes Two on Monday night.
Frankie Bridge has ditched jeans and a nice top for a more 'stylish' and 'versatile' £75 outfit from River Island for the upcoming Christmas party season. Proving that simplicity sometimes is best, the Loose Women star paired the River Island Blazer jumpsuit with some heels and jewellery for a fuss-free elegant look.
Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer “Jet Lag: The Game” is refueled for Season 8 and bringing “Challenge Accepted” host Michelle Khare along for the ride. Streamy winner Khare has joined “Jet Lag” as the guest contestant on the new season of the hit web travel game show, which will be returning to the U.S. for its eighth season after several installments shot abroad in Europe, Japan and New Zealand, playing alongside usual competitors: Sam Denby, Adam Chase and Ben Doyle (the winner of Season 7).
EXCLUSIVE: Netflix on Monday morning unveiled Verified Stand-Up, a new series featuring short sets from 10 comedians that’s set to premiere globally on November 28. Rising comedians that perform in the two-parter, filmed at Webster Hall in New York City, include Asif Ali, Dulcé Sloan, Gianmarco Soresi, Isiah Kelly, Leslie Liao, Nimesh Patel, Robby Hoffman, Rosebud Baker, Sabrina Wu, and Vanessa Gonzalez.
Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter “Paddington in Peru,” the third adventure about the lovable bear with a fondness for marmalade, will make its way to theaters during Martin Luther King Jr. weekend in 2025. The movie is set to release on Jan.
Thousands of people have taken to the streets of Dublin in a show of solidarity with Palestinians and against the actions of Israel in the Gaza Strip.
Tony Goldwyn Director Tony Goldwyn writes about the experience of working with his longtime friend, writer Tony Spiridakis, on the movie “Ezra,” which screened at TIFF and won the Audience Award at the Woodstock Film Festival. Bobby Cannavale stars as the father of an 11-year-old autistic son who sets off on a road trip with his son, without the permission of his son’s mother or his father, played by Robert De Niro, whose car he has “borrowed.” The friendship began before I could shut the door of my blue ’77 Chevy Nova. I had made the two and a half hour drive from college in Boston through the heart of the Berkshire mountains to Williamstown, Mass.
George Strait announced a 2024 stadium tour with Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town.After doing a bit of research, our team found tickets for all of his 2024 shows start in the $100 to $200 range.However, for some reason, tickets to Strait’s Oct. 21 ATLive headlining gig at Atlanta, GA’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium alongside Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town and Willie Nelson and Family are shockingly cheap.How cheap?At the time of publication, we found some last-minute seats going for as low as $34 before fees on Vivid Seats.Considering all the country fried star power on hand, that’s a true steal.Reasonably priced lower-level and floor seats are available as well.Want to go to this bargain one-night-only boot stompin’ extravaganza?Keep scrolling.We’ve got everything you need to know and more about the 2023 ATLive below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete breakdown of all the best prices by section at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for ATLive 2023 can be found here:(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.
Sandra Bullock may have been busy with magic and spells on “Practical Magic,” but she did take time out of her busy schedule to do a selfless act.According to Alice Hoffman — the author of the 1995 novel of the same name — the Oscar winner reached out to her son when he was too sick to visit the set.“I don’t know how old he was at that time, but he was maybe 10 or 11. He couldn’t go on the set,” Hoffman, 71, recalls to the Post. “Sandra Bullock called him at the hotel and talked to him for an hour.
Married at First Sight Australia's power couple Melinda Willis and Layton Mills have confirmed they have called a day on their relationship, reports Digital Spy.
EXCLUSIVE: James Caan‘s final film, the action thriller Fast Charlie, has been snapped up for U.S. distribution by Vertical ahead of its October 7th world premiere at the Mill Valley Film Festival.
EXCLUSIVE: Vanderpump Rules star Scheana Shay has inked with Independent Artist Group for representation, on the heels of the show’s Season 11 renewal, Deadline can exclusively reveal.