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Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission.Some of the biggest names in Hollywood and fashion gathered in West Hollywood Sunday night for Elton John’s annual Oscars viewing party, in support of the music legend’s eponymous AIDS Foundation. This year, the star-studded event was hosted by Billy Porter, Eric McCormack and even Lady Gaga, who made a quick appearance before heading to Dolby Theatre to act as a presenter.For much of the evening , attendees such as Caitlyn Jenner, Sofia Richie and Donatella Versace hovered around the Belvedere Bar at the center of the outdoor-indoor tent before sitting down for dinner — and considering the dramatic events that transpired on the Oscars stage later that night, we can only assume that they were happy to have a few drinks in their system before watching the awards.

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Elton John wasn’t at his annual Oscars party this year, but that didn’t stop celebs from stepping out for the event!

CAA’s annual pre-Oscars party is back and lots of celebs stepped out to celebrate!

Chris Willman Music WriterAs the Grammys return as a big-scale live event this year, so is the tradition of filming a tribute to a superstar musician in the days following the awards show, with the 2022 honoree being Paul Simon, who’ll be saluted by an all-star cast at L.A.’s Pantages Theatre.“Homeward Bound: A Grammy Salute to the Songs of Paul Simon” will be filmed April 6, three days after the Grammys, with a CBS air date to be determined for later in the year. Ken Ehrlich is reprising the role he’s had in the past as the annual salute’s executive producer.Among the performers booked for the tribute are Brandi Carlile, Dave Matthews, Rhiannon Giddens, Brad Paisley, Angélique Kidjo, Little Big Town, Billy Porter, Trombone Shorty, Shaggy, Take 6 and Irma Thomas.

accepted the Icon Award Tuesday night at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, complete with a show-stopping performance of her biggest hits and most iconic looks modeled by drag queens.Introduced by Billy Porter, the drag queens strutted down the stage in J. Lo’s memorable looks over the years.“The word for tonight is ‘icon,'” he shouted on stage while dressed in an all-pink ensemble.Images and videos of Lopez flashed across the on-stage screens as the drag queens rocked similar outfits.When Lopez herself emerged on stage, she donned a white fur coat with the word “Equality” on the train, eventually stripping it off as she performed “On My Way,” her latest song from her film “Marry Me,” followed by “Get Right.”In true J.

Michele Amabile Angermiller The ninth annual iHeartRadio Music Awards took place tonight (March 22) at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Broadcast live on Fox, the show was hosted by LL Cool J and featured performances by Megan Thee Stallion, Jason Aldean, John Legend, Charlie Puth, Billy Porter and Måneskin.LL Cool J opened the evening with a medley of some of his biggest hits.

Halsey wows in a very revealing look on the red carpet at the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Awards in Los Angeles on Tuesday (March 22).

Sir Elton John isn't able to attend his own AIDS Foundation Oscars party. The 74-year-old star recently returned to his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, after recovering from COVID-19 - but Elton has now revealed that he won't be able to attend his own bash. During an interview with 'Good Morning America', Elton explained: "It breaks my heart but I can't be there, because it's an event that means so much to us.

2022 iHeartRadio Music Awards is adding even more star power to its already stacked line-up!It was announced on Monday that this year's show will feature special appearances from Olivia Rodrigo, Silk Sonic, Lil Nas X, Avril Lavigne and many more, who joined the previously announced slate of A-list performers, including Jennifer Lopez, Megan Thee Stallion, and John Legend, to name a few.Additional celebs set to make special appearances, as iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment just announced, include Billy Porter, The Kid LAROI, David Guetta, Shaun White, All Time Low, Willow Smith, Robin Thicke, Nicole Scherzinger, Gina Torres, Oliver Hudson, Taylor Momsen, Lainey Wilson, Dove Cameron, Danica McKellar.LL Cool J, who will also be hosting the show, said he's looking forward to the big night. «It’s an honor to return to the stage as host of the iHeartRadio Music Awards and bring live music back to fans all over the world as we celebrate our favorite artists,» he shared in a previously released statement. «I have a special performance for the fans, and the show will have some great surprises throughout the night.»In addition to performing, Lopez will be honored with the prestigious 2022 iHeartRadio Icon Award, which celebrates and honors performers' «impact on pop culture, longevity and continued relevance as a touring and radio force with a loyal fan base worldwide,» according to a press release.The full list of nominees were announced back in January, and include Justin Bieber, Olivia Rodrigo, Karol G, Drake, Ed Sheeran, Megan Thee Stallion, Bad Bunny and many more.This year, listeners will have the chance to decide winners in several new and established categories.

Elton John took to live television to reveal a heartbreaking bit of news concerning his upcoming AIDS Foundation Oscars party.MORE: Elton John pays heartbreaking tribute after 'tragic' death of 'magical' Shane WarneIn an interview with Good Morning America along with Brandi Carlile, who will be helming the occasion, he revealed that he won't be able to attend his own party.WATCH: Elton John films at £5million luxury home before legendary Oscars partyDue to the return of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, which he has returned to following his COVID diagnosis, Elton won't be able to make an attendance at the lavish event."It breaks my heart but I can't be there, because it's an event that means so much to us," he said during his virtual interview. "So we have people like Lady Gaga, Billy Porter, Eric McCormack and the wonderful Brandi Carlile to help David, my husband out."MORE: Elton John and David Furnish release emotional statement – 'We are heartbroken'Brandi supported the Candle in the Wind singer by hilariously adding: "We're going to try to make up for Elton not being there by me wearing something outrageous.

Beck has announced his plans to re-record his classic tracks ‘Loser’ and ‘Where It’s At’ for an unspecified new project.Speaking during a keynote Q&A with New Yorker writer Amanda Petrusich (per Rolling Stone). “I think it’s a bit arbitrary that you make a record and that’s the only version that exists,” he said.“You look back at your work and you see things you want to fix. That’s what drives the next album.

Beck and St. Vincent are among the artists set to perform at a MusiCares event honouring Joni Mitchell.The iconic singer-songwriter, who was recognised last year during the 44th Kennedy Center Honours, is set to be honoured at MusiCares’ 2022 Person of the Year tribute concert; it takes place at MGM Grand Conference Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, on April 1.In addition to Beck and St.

An all-star roster of film, TV and theatre performers — including Steve Martin, Annette Bening, Billy Porter, Audra McDonald, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Chenoweth, David Hyde Pierce and Rosie Perez — have signed up for a 10-hour telethon to raise money for the victims of the war in Ukraine.

A celebrity-packed 10-hour Stars in the House telethon raising money for humanitarian efforts in Ukraine has been scheduled for Saturday, March 26, with a line-up to include such Hollywood and Broadway stars as Steve Martin, Annette Bening, Billy Porter, Audra McDonald, Cynthia Nixon, Laurie Metcalf, Patrick Wilson, Judith Light and a new SCTV reunion of Martin Short, Catherine O’Hara, Eugene Levy and Andrea Martin.

LAS VEGAS -- Chaka Khan, Stephen Stills, Sara Bareilles, Cyndi Lauper, Billy Porter and Beck will be among those performing in tribute to Joni Mitchell when she’s honored as the 2022 MusiCares Person of the Year by the Recording Academy.The academy announced the latest additions to the lineup Thursday for the tribute concert and gala to be held in Las Vegas on April 1, two days before the Grammy Awards.Other performers announced Thursday include Lauren Daigle, Angélique Kidjo, Allison Russell and St.

Chris Willman Music WriterA cast of 18 Grammy-winning or -nominated performers has been announced for MusiCares’ person of the year salute to Joni Mitchell taking place on April 1 in Las Vegas, with Brandi Carlile and Jon Batiste leading the way as the night’s artistic directors as well as being among the featured musicians.Also appearing on the list of performers covering Mitchell’s material at the gala dinner: Sara Bareilles, Beck, Black Pumas, Leon Bridges, Lauren Daigle, Mickey Guyton, Herbie Hancock, Chaka Khan, Angélique Kidjo, Cyndi Lauper, Pentatonix, Billy Porter, Allison Russell, Stephen Stills and St. Vincent.

Victoria and Albert Museum in London. A new exhibition retraces the history of masculine fashion while confronting the visitors with changing gender norms. The show is split into three parts: Undressed, Overdressed and Redressed.

Gallery: The Modern Day Corset Top Is The Latest Celebrity-Approved Fashion Trend (ELLE (UK))"We wanted to do an exhibition about menswear because we wanted to celebrate its diversity ranging from the historical to the contemporary and the approach to the show was to look at both fashion and art," Claire Wilcox, senior curator of fashion at the V&A, said. "We start. .

Sasha Urban editorThe Oscars announced Thursday the first six presenters for the 94th Academy Awards. The list so far includes Kevin Costner (director winner for 1991’s “Dances With Wolves”), Lady Gaga (original song winner for 2018’s “A Star is Born”), Youn Yuh-jung (supporting actress winner for 2020’s “Minari”), Rosie Perez (supporting actress nominee for 1993’s “Fearless”), Chris Rock (“Everybody Hates Chris”) and Zoë Kravitz (“The Batman”).“Movies inspire us, entertain us and unite us across the globe,” said Oscars producer Will Packer.

Lady Gaga is coming to the rescue. The Academy Award winner has stepped up and will take over hosting duties at Elton John's annual Oscars party, set for March 27.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorLady Gaga may not have been nominated for an Oscar for her work in “House of Gucci,” but that doesn’t mean she won’t be busy the night of the big show.Gaga has signed on to co-host the Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards viewing party alongside Billy Porter, Eric McCormack and David Furnish. The annual event returns as an in-person gala in West Hollywood Park on March 27.“Lady Gaga, Billy Porter and Eric McCormack are not only amazingly talented, but have greatly contributed to LGBTQ+ visibility and inclusion in entertainment – both on screen and in music,” Furnish, who is chairman of the foundation, said in a statement Wednesday morning.

Kyla Pratt, Tommy Davidson, Paula Jai Parker, Cedric the Entertainer and more return to voice their beloved characters, along with a handful of other stars set to take on new, recurring roles — including Keke Palmer, Billy Porter, Zachary Quinto, EJ Johnson and many more.Regardless of whether you're loyal to the Disney Channel original or you're excited to see a new generation fall in love with the, here's everything you need to know about how, when and where to watch . The revival is set to premiere on Wednesday, Feb.

is getting bigger, y'all! The Disney+ revival is bringing fans of the classic series all their favorite voices from the original show, but it's also packing in some major star power for new characters. From Lizzo to Lil Nas X, Tiffany Haddish, Chance the Rapper, Gabrielle Union, Normani and more, the list of famous guest stars goes on.

Actor Tristan “Mack” Wilds hosts “Profiled: The Black Man,” a four-part docuseries premiering Saturday (Feb. 12) on discovery+ that addresses the triumphs and stereotypes of black men.

Apple TV Plus has revealed the first look for it’s upcoming spy thriller series “Slow Horses,” premiering on the platform April 1.Based on the popular CWA Gold-Dagger award-winning novels by Mick Herron, “Slow Horses” stars Gary Oldman as Jackson Lamb, a British intelligence officer who leads “Slough House,” an MI5 team composed of agents who made career-ending mistakes. The ensemble cast is rounded out by Jonathan Pryce, Kristin Scott Thomas, Jack Lowden and Olivia Cooke.“Slow Horses” is adapted for television by “Veep” writer Will Smith, who executive produces alongside Graham Yost, Jamie Laurenson, Hakan Kousetta, Iain Canning, Emile Sherman, Gail Mutrux, Douglas Urbanski and James Hawes.

André Leon Talley is among a new group of icons revisiting their careers in season 2 of. As teased in the trailer, the late fashion editor and former creative director participated in an episode of the Apple TV+ unscripted series, in which he reflects on his cultural impact through letters from fans, before his death at age 73 in January. The episode also reunited Talley with the series creator, R.J.

Say hello (again) to the Proud family!

, the acclaimed Apple TV+ animated musical series, is back with all-new episodes of its second season. And after an extended delay, the platform is celebrating the series’ return with the release of the original song, “You are the Music,” led by Josh Gad and Rory O’Malley, who voice the characters, Birdie and Elwood, respectively.

André Leon Talleydied Tuesday at the age of 73.The style icon and former editor was beloved by many in the entertainment and fashion industry. From humble beginnings to becoming one of the biggest trailblazers, Talley was a force to be reckoned with, and an instrumental part in 's growth in the '80s and '90s.