Iconic Marilyn Monroe image created by Andy Warhol coming to auction

Tributes have been left over this past week in memory of loved ones in Manchester who have recently passed away.

A group of shoplifters tried to steal thousands of pounds worth of Primark goods by stuffing them into suitcases inside a lift.

Manchester City head coach Gareth Taylor praised Chloe Kelly after the striker marked her return to the starting line-up with a stirring display in the Citizens 4-1 Vitality Women’s FA Cup semi-final victory over West Ham.

Jennifer Garner has paid a rare public tribute to her three children ahead of her milestone birthday.MORE: Jennifer Garner breaks silence after Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's engagement The 13 Going on 30 star took to Instagram on the eve of her 50th birthday, and opened up about the joys of being a mom to Violet, Seraphina and Samuel."On the eve of a new decade there is no doubt that the center of my gratitude stems from the health, humor, challenge, wisdom, silliness, patience, cozy-ness, strength, intelligence, kindness, frustration, and adorable-ness of my kids.VIDEO: Jennifer Garner opens up about parenting with Michelle Obama"I can't believe I get to know them and hold their hand through life, and I am prayerfully grateful for each of them is mine."MORE: Jennifer Garner receives unbelievable surprise that leaves her emotionalDISCOVER: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's family member speaks out following their engagement newsJennifer shares her three children with ex-husband Ben Affleck, and is notoriously private when it comes to talking about them or sharing pictures of them.The Hollywood star has been enjoying counting down to her big birthday, and received an incredible surprise over the weekend. The Hollywood star paid tribute to her three children As the Yes Day actress enjoyed lunch at a plush-looking restaurant, she was surprised by none-other-than, legendary performer, Donnie Osmond.RELATED: Jennifer Garner reveals how she is preparing for her 'dream role'MORE: Jennifer Garner gets fans talking with incredible throwback picture from early 1980sJennifer appeared close to tears as he sat next to her and began to sing.

IT'S the reality show which makes the US soap opera it was inspired by look tame. The Real Housewives of Cheshire follows the lives of some of the wealthiest women in the area's 'Golden Triangle' - many of which have gobs to match the size of their bank balances.

Billie Eilish already made history as the youngest person to headline Coachella when she took the stage on Saturday night. So it may have been surprising to her young fans that among her guest stars was a 54-year-old: Damon Albarn, of Blur, Gorillaz and The Good, the Bad and the Queen fame.

There aren’t many bigger names in pop right now than Dua Lipa. And last night, as the UK and Ireland-leg of her hugely anticipated Future Nostalgia tour kicked off at Manchester’s AO Arena, she proved why.

Peter Kay is certainly a man of many talents; a beloved comedian, as well as an award-winning writer and actor, but can he add superstar DJ to to his CV? Although his mixing may not be quite as slick Calvin Harris or David Guetta, Bolton’s favourite son had thousands in the palm of his hand as he made a joyous return to stage in Manchester.

Lorde has been forced to postpone some dates on her new ‘Solar Power’ tour due to illness.Lorde was due to play Connecticut’s Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday (April 15) but was forced to cancel due to laryngitis. Her show last night (April 16), which was due to take place at the  Anthem in Washington DC, has now also been cancelled.In a statement to fans via email, Lorde wrote: “These past couple days I’ve been pushing through some horrendous laryngitis, and I regret to inform you that my voice hasn’t sufficiently recovered to be able to play the show for you.”The statement continued: “I’m so, so sorry.

Lizzo was both the host and musical guest of Saturday Night Live last night (April 16) – see her play ‘Special’ and ‘About Damn Time’ below.The performance came just days after the singer announced her fourth album, ‘Special’ with first single ‘About Damn Time’. The follow-up to 2019’s ‘Cuz I Love You’ is set to arrive on July 15 via Nice Life and Aquatic.Lizzo played ‘About Damn Time’ and the ‘Special’ title track on SNL last night, after performing the show’s opening monologue.“We’re gonna break the record for the amount of times bitch is  said on live TV!” Lizzo joked in the monologue, before revealing that her mother was in the audience. “I hate cussing in front of my mom,” she said.“The first time my mom came to see me perform.

Carrie Underwood had a weekend to remember as she performed at the Grand Ole Opry on Saturday night.MORE: Carrie Underwood supported by husband in heartfelt tributeThe award-winning singer looked gorgeous dress in a sheer white ballgown featuring statement ruffle sleeves and an intricate beaded skirt."I love gettin' all gussied up on a Saturday night to go play at the @opry ! I am forever honored to be a part of this family!" she wrote alongside the picture.VIDEO: Miranda  Lambert and Carrie Underwood perform together Fans were quick to comment on Carrie's latest look, with one writing: "That dress is STUNNING," while another wrote: "A beautiful performance, and you looked incredible." A third added: "This dress," alongside a series of love heart emojis.MORE: Carrie Underwood supported by sons following latest achievementMORE: Carrie Underwood stuns in sequins for show-stopping CMT Music Awards performanceIt's been an exciting time for Carrie, who scooped up awards at the CMT Music Awards last week, just after she scooped up a Grammy for her album, My Savior.Carrie's loved ones couldn't have been prouder, and her husband Mike Fisher paid a heartfelt tribute to her on social media shortly after her win.A post shared by Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood)Carrie Underwood looked fantastic in a sheer ballgown during her latest performanceThe 41-year-old shared a picture of Carrie, and captioned the post with: "This one is special! Couldn't be more proud of @carrieunderwood for her Grammy win for 'My Savior.'"MORE: Carrie Underwood says she 'can't wait any longer' as she shares incredible newsMORE: Carrie Underwood's celebration of her 'precious miracle' was so sweetThis was the star's eighth Grammy win, for Best Roots Gospel

RYLAN Clark has shared cryptic tweets amid rumours that Big Brother is set for a relaunch. The TV presenter along with British actor Marcus Bentley sent fans of the iconic reality TV show into meltdown when they teased the idea of a long-awaited comeback.

RIHANNA and A$AP Rocky have gone off on a Barbados vacation after rumors the rapper had allegedly cheated on the pregnant music star with designer Amina Muaddi. Rihanna, 34, and her partner have been spotted exiting an airport on the Caribbean island.

N-DUBZ rapper Fazer’s tail was between his legs after his dog pooped on the carpet at a posh do. His huge cane corso — an Italian mastiff — triggered an emergency clean-up at the launch of a luxury collection of diamond collars.

NEIGHBOURS star Sarah Ellen can help fans find the perfect trend. The Aussie actress and model poses in two colourful Seafolly swimwear outfits.

PREGNANT Lucy Mecklenburgh showed off growing bump as she told her baby girl "not long now". The ex-Towie star revealed the happy news that she is expecting her second child with fiance Ryan Thomas in November last year.

SCARLETT MOFFATT wanted to find the courage to tell her fans she was a Christian but feared a backlash after being bullied throughout her life. But after taking part in BBC religious reality show Pilgrimage, the former Gogglebox star now has the confidence to reveal the truth — thanks to God.

RITA Ora is well and truly in the black after signing a £5million deal to become the face of high fashion brand Prada. The How We Do singer, 31, has been a regular at the Italian label’s fashion shows in recent years — and wore a crystal-covered Prada outfit at the Met gala in New York last Autumn.

PETER Kay made an epic comeback as he returned to the stage after 11 years to raise money for charity last night. The comedian, 48, showed off his impressive skills on the DJ deck as part of a dance-a-thon at the Manchester Central Convention Complex.

MODEL Nina Agdal oozes confidence as she steps out of the sea after a refeshing dip. Denmark-born Nina, 30, displayed her toned abs in a lime green bikini, but nearly slipped out of her top in Miami, Florida.  It came months after she split from boyfriend Jack Brinkley-Cook, 26.

Andy Warhol’s iconic portrait of actress Marilyn Monroe, titled “Shot Sage Blue Marilyn,” is on the auction block and could fetch an estimated $200 million when it’s up for bidding in May.

Committing to the role! Bringing the story of Marilyn Monroe to life was a long time in the making before Ana de Armas joined the effort.

Lou Reed and John Cale’s ‘Songs For Drella’ album has been found – and it’s coming to streaming.Lachman believed that the original negatives were long lost until he unearthed them while researching Todd Haynes’ 2021 documentary film The Velvet Underground.Now, Songs For Drella will be available to stream exclusively on MUBI in the UK and Ireland from April 17. The concert film shows former The Velvet Underground bandmates Reed and Cale perform songs from their song cycle tribute album to their former manager, Andy Warhol, who died three years prior to the joint album’s release in 1990.Lachman – known for his chief photography roles on several of Haynes’ films including Far From Heaven and Carol as well his own directorial work (Ken Park, In The Hearts Of Africa) – is noted in press material as producing an “intimate” and “minimalist” film portrait.“Lachman’s camerawork reflects the elemental, stripped-down qualities of the album, with close-ups beautifully conveying the deep, fractious history between Reed and Cale,” reads part of the concert film’s description.‘”Drella’” was a nickname used for legendary pop artist Warhol by Reed and Cale (the name is a synthesis of Dracula and Cinderella).

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so many good movies and shows. From romances like Her to the long-awaited second season of Russian Doll to the ultimate in throwback : an exposé of Abercrombie! One program that's sure to get everyone talking? Anatomy of a Scandal.

by the MPA for “some sexual content.”“Blonde” also appears to be Netflix’s first original movie to land the ultra rare NC-17 rating. And an individual with knowledge of the film said that “Blonde” has some adult, mature content and that the film’s writer and director Andrew Dominik did not want to compromise some of the more intense elements of the iconic actress’ life.

An iconic image of Marilyn Monroe created by Andy Warhol is coming to auction, with Christie’s auction house estimating the price at around $200 million.The silkscreen image known as “Shot Sage Blue Marilyn,” a close-up of Monroe with her hair in yellow, her eyeshadow blue and her lips red, is slated to be part of a week of sales in May, Christie’s said Monday.If it met the sale estimate, the 1964 painting would be the most expensive 20th-century artwork to be auctioned, Christie’s said.The proceeds of the sale would go to the Thomas and Doris Ammann Foundation Zurich, which is putting the painting up for auction.The foundation aims to help children with health care and educational programs.Warhol created more than one image of Monroe; this particular painting has been exhibited in museums around the world.

Andy Warhol soon could have a new owner. The American artist, film director, and producer’s “Shot Sage Blue Marilyn” of Hollywood star Marilyn Monroe would be auctioned at Christie’s in New York this spring.