Bruno Mars Addresses Cultural Appropriation Claims

K.J. Yossman Streamer BritBox has extended its production partnership with the Agatha Christie estate.BritBox, which is jointly owned by BBC Studios and ITV, has signed on for three more productions with Agatha Christie Limited and Mamoth Screen.The trio have already collaborated on an adaptation of Christie’s novel “Why Didn’t They Ask Evans?” (pictured above) starring Emma Thompson and Will Poulter, which will premiere on the platform in April.BritBox have not yet confirmed which of the author’s prolific output they will be working on next but they have said each of the three adaptations will be “steered by a distinctive voice – a director, a writer or auteur – bringing an entirely new perspective and style to Agatha Christie’s novels.” BritBox was set to make the announcement Wednesday during its portion of the Television Critics Association winter virtual press tour.

Jordan Moreau Dotdash Meredith is ending the monthly print publications for Entertainment Weekly, InStyle, EatingWell, Health, Parents and People en Español, Dotdash Meredith CEO Neil Vogel said in a Wednesday memo to staff, obtained by Variety.The publications will go digital-only effective today, and the transition is expected to terminate roughly 200 positions on the print side, Vogel said. The April editions of the print magazines will be the brands’ last, and the 200 eliminated jobs represent less than 5% of Dotdash Meredith’s total staff, according to Wall Street Journal, which broke the news.“This is an important step in the evolution of Dotdash Meredith, and I want to be clear with everyone about what we are doing and what is ahead,” Vogel’s memo says.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterLiane Moriarty’s novel “Apples Never Fall” is being adapted into a limited series at Peacock, Variety has learned exclusively.In a competitive situation, Peacock has won the rights to the book, which was published in September 2021, and given it a straight-to-series order. Since its debut, the book has sold over one million copies.The series centers on the Delaneys, who from the outside appear to be an enviably contented family.

K.J. Yossman Tara Reid is set to play an MI6 agent in upcoming espionage thriller “Cold Sun,” Variety can exclusively reveal.Reid will play an inexperienced British spy called Marsha Ravencourt in the film, which has been billed as “Cagney and Lacey with a difference.”Jason Figgis (“The Ecstasy of Isabel Mann”) will direct the feature, which is set to shoot this summer in the U.K.

Taylor Swift is set to feature on a new Record Store Day charity compilation titled ‘Portraits Of Her’.Launched back in 2008, RSD will return for its 15th anniversary event on April 23 after hosting two vinyl ‘drop’ dates in 2021.“For RSD 2022, we’re teaming up again with our friends at Vans for a compilation album,” organisers said of ‘Portraits Of Her’ in a statement, “and this one benefits WE ARE MOVING THE NEEDLE, an organization that supports female recording professionals, including audio engineers and producers.”In addition to Swift, the 16-track album will also feature Girl in Red, Julien Baker, Banks, Princess Nokia, Leyla Blue, Boyish, Bully, Alice Longyu Gao, Laura Jane Grace, Asiahn, Girl Ultra, K. Flay, Mariah The Scientist, Julia Michaels and Joy Oladokun.Whether Swift’s contribution will be a new track or not has yet to be confirmed.Featuring cover art by Sofia Enriquez, limited numbers of ‘Portraits Of Her’ will be available in participating record stores on Record Store Day (April 23).The news comes after Swift was announced last month as the first-ever global ambassador of Record Store Day.“I’m very proud to be this year’s Ambassador for Record Store Day.

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Serena Williams has her eyes on her future, and that doesn’t necessarily involve tennis. While Serena, 40, is one if not the most extraordinary talent ever to step foot on the court, her focus might shift from being a Grand Slam champion and being a mom to her husband Alexis Ohanian’s daughter, Olympia, 4. Serena also revealed to Entertainment Tonight that she wants to give Olympia, 4, a sibling. “I definitely want to have more kids, it’s just like, balance is key, you know, and just trying to find that balance,” she said. “I don’t know. It’s always like, ‘OK, are we ready?’ And I know the clock is ticking so I’m just like ‘OK, I need to figure out when that’s going to be,’ but hopefully soon when I will feel no pressure.”

Carpe diem! Amy Schneider is parlaying her historic Jeopardy! run into a new career! The 42-year-old former contestant revealed she has ditched her day job as a software engineer to begin the next stage in her life as a “public figure.” “Some of you may have heard, but I quit my day job yesterday!” she shared via Twitter on Tuesday (January 8). “It’s a bit nerve-wracking to pivot from software engineer to… public figure, I guess? But regardless of the outcome I’m so excited to spend the next couple years at least tackling this new challenge!”

As a former lettings manager and lover of all things home and interiors, you would expect Love Island star Faye Winter to live in a stunning abode. And so when the 26 year old and her co-star boyfriend Teddy Soares exclusively opened the doors to their new home, we certainly weren't disappointed.

Love Island first burst onto our screens back in 2015, and it's safe to say we've been hooked from the very first series. Famed for its explosive re-couplings and constant drama, the popular ITV dating show has became a staple to our summer TV schedule over recent years. In between all of the shock twists however, some Love Islanders do actually find a genuine connection on the show and a few have even gone on to tie the knot and start families together.

Amy Walsh and Toby Alexander-Smith welcomed their first child in December, and the stars had an unusual way of meeting their midwife. Little baby Bonnie Mae Smith arrived safely on the 27th December, and the stars tell us that they actually met their midwife through Toby's work on EastEnders. Emmerdale star Amy, 34, told OK!: "Coincidentally, Toby was filming lots of labour stuff in EastEnders and got speaking to a midwife they had on set there..." EastEnders star Toby continued: "Tamsyn was overseeing that the actors were doing the right thing, so it would be as real as possible.

Geordie Shore’sSophie Kasaei suffered an unfortunate fall after a night celebrating at the Brits.The reality TV star joined the many celebrities at the awards ceremony at the O2 Arena in London, and appeared to take a tumble as she exited the venue following the after-party.The 32 year old had to scoop up her bag, which had a gold-coloured drinks can in it, from the floor after seemingly dropping it as she suffered the mishap. Despite being unsteady on her feet, the star looked incredible in a black gown with chain mail-style detailing and an asymmetric bodice.

Frida Redknapp wowed in a yellow bikini in snaps taken in the Maldives with former footballer husband Jamie and their baby son, Raphael.The pair said their ‘I dos’ in October, just weeks before Frida gave birth to their first child together. Now Frida and Jamie have finally found time to go on their honeymoon with baby Raphael in tow. Frida is also a proud mum to four other children whom she shares with her ex-husband Jonathan Lourie.

2021 Grammy Awards have left the door open for Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak.On Sunday, Mars tweeted an earnest appeal to the Recording Academy to perform at this Sunday’s show alongside .Paak, with whom he released a single, “Leave the Door Open,” in a new collaboration as Silk Sonic last week. “Dear Grammys,” Mars wrote. “If you can see it in your hearts to allow two out of work musicians to perform at your show, we would appreciate it.”It seems he was able to finesse a deal.On Tuesday, the Recording Academy tweeted a sly response that appeared to be a legitimate offer.”We have been trying to call you all week,” the Grammys wrote.

Bruno Mars' new band Silk Sonic will perform at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, after bosses took heed of their pleas. Bruno and Anderson .

Bruno Mars is performing at the GRAMMYs with Anderson .Paak.

Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak really want to perform at the Grammys.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorAs rumored, Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak — who just last week released the ‘70s throwback single “Leave the Door Open,“ under the name Silk Sonic — will be appearing on the Grammy Awards on Sunday night, if this unusually playful tweet from the Recording Academy is any indication.“.@BrunoMars & @AndersonPaak We have been trying to call you all week,” it reads. “Have you changed your numbers? We would love for #silksonic to make their TV debut at the #GRAMMYs.

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Singer and performer Bruno Mars who has recently been in hot water over cultural appropriation claims is finally addressing the rumours. The Grammy winner recently opened up about the controversial topic and facing it head-on.

Bruno Mars has called on the Recording Academy to allow his new band to perform at Sunday’s (15 March) Grammy Awards. In February, the “Uptown Funk” singer announced that he was teaming up with rapper Anderson .

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Bruno Mars really, really wants to return to the Grammys stage.

Bruno Mars has spoken out about the cultural appropriation claims he has faced during his career in a new interview.The musician – who is of Filipino, Puerto Rican and Ashkenazi Jewish descent – has been accused of appropriating Black music through his work.During an appearance on New York radio show The Breakfast Club last week (March 5), Mars defended himself against those allegations. “I would say you can’t find an interview where I am not talking about the entertainers that have come before me,” he said.

Bruno Mars thinks accusations of cultural appropriation in his music are way offbase.

Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak have shared their first song under their Silk Sonic banner. The duo first announced plans for their joint project last week and have returned seven days later with "Leave The Door Open." Check out the video below.

Silk Sonic have arrived!

New Music Friday! It's every audiophile's favorite day of the week, and some of our favorite artists from all different genres have blessed us with new tunes.Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak dropped the first single from their new collaborative project, Drake released a new EP, and Justin Bieber shared another intense new single from his upcoming album, .Plus, Luke Bryan shared another cut from his deluxe album, Zara Larsson finally released her third studio effort, FINNEAS and Ashe teamed up for a heartbreaking ballad, and former winner Grace VanderWaal ditched the ukulele to reintroduce herself to the musical world.Read on for some of our favorite recommendations for new songs and albums to listen to this week — plus, where you can stream

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorBruno Mars and Anderson .Paak, who announced last week that they’ve come together as a project called Silk Sonic, have released the first song from their forthcoming album, and it’s a glorious blast of vintage R&B called “Leave the Door Open” that could be a Best R&B Song Grammy winner from 1974.Even though the classic R&B sound the pair evokes is a decade older than they are, both the song and the arrangement are pitch-perfect, with swooning strings, honeyed backing vocals and even a glockenspiel — think Delfonics, the Chi-Lites and basically everything on the Philadelphia International label.The duo announced the Silk Sonic project last week. “We made an album!!” enthused .Paak on Instagram.

Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak just dropped their first single as Silk Sonic, “Leave The Door Open”.

Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak have made their entrance as a new duo under the moniker Silk Sonic, releasing the syrupy new single, ‘Leave The Door Open’.The new song comes after Anderson and Mars announced their union last week, as well as the forthcoming release of a collaborative album, ‘An Evening With Silk Sonic’.Reminiscent of 60s and 70s easy listening love songs, the new groove from the pair dropped today (March 5), and was co-produced between Mars and D’Mile, with Brody Brown joining the pair and Anderson in penning the track.Watch the pair perform the track with a full band in the official music video below:Back in 2017 Mars and Anderson toured extensively together, with the latter opening for Mars on his 24K Magic world tour.Upon

Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak‘s new band just dropped their first single!