Independent Spirit Awards Adds 5 New TV Categories for 2021 Ceremony

Chris Willman Music WriterThe Chicks will finally get to take their new and improved moniker on the road this summer, as the trio finally will have the opportunity to tour behind their 2020 “Gaslighter” album, as they’d planned to that year before the pandemic intervened. Patty Griffin and Jenny Lewis have been announced as opening acts for different legs of the outing.The two-month, 27-city tour will begin June 14 in St. Louis and wrap up Aug.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterAll Elite Wrestling (AEW) is finally making its long-awaited debut in Los Angeles, Variety has learned exclusively.The professional wrestling promotion is set to broadcast its weekly TBS show, “Dynamite,” from The Forum in Inglewood on Wednesday, June 1. Earlier on Monday, The Young Bucks announced on their vlog, “Being the Elite, that the company will air its Friday night TNT show, “Rampage,” at the Toyota Center in Ontario, CA on June 3.

this is our song.”Twisted Sister lead singer Dee Snider loves that his 1984 smash hit “We’re Not Gonna Take It” is being used as a battle hymn by Ukraine’s resistance against Russian invaders, he proclaimed on Twitter.“I absolutely approve of Ukrainians using “We’re Not Gonna Take It” as their battlecry. My grandfather was Ukrainian, before it was swallowed up by the USSR after WW2.

told the Times in London.Rogan’s prolific use of the N-word was called out last month by singer India Arie, who shared a montage of more than two dozen times that the host had used the epithet on his podcast over the past 12 years.Rogan, 54, apologized as the offenses came to light, though he said the clips were “taken out of context” by Arie. He added that the admission was “the most regretful and shameful thing I’ve had to talk about publicly.”But Jackson isn’t buying the apology.“He is saying nobody understood the context when he said it, but he shouldn’t have said it.

Avril Lavigne has confirmed that there will be a 20th anniversary edition of her debut album ‘Let Go’.In a new interview with Uproxx, Lavigne shared her thoughts on the 20th anniversary of the album, commenting that a reissue would be happening in the near future.When asked about how she feels about the anniversary, she said: “It feels crazy. 20 years! It does and it doesn’t feel like it… it kinda flew by, right? I’m really excited to be celebrating it this year.”She continued: “I’m getting a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame around the anniversary. I’m planning on doing some fun shows that are just songs from that album.

Snoop Dogg is facing a potential lawsuit from an Uber Eats driver.On his Instagram story last month, Snoop complained about an Uber Eats driver who allegedly failed to deliver his order.Snoop’s video message, included a message exchange with the driver, his name and other personal information including his photo and license plate number.Snoop also said the driver “from fucking Uber Eats didn’t bring my fucking food. Talking about he arrived.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine is unsettling for the world, but it can be easy to forget the eyes and ears of the little people in our lives watching on in terror.

Matt Hancock has said he broke coronavirus guidelines - which he created - because he “fell in love” with his aide.

Frustrated families on one Rochdale street say damp is coming up through their floorboards and into the walls.

More than half a million people have fled Ukraine since Russia invaded the country last week, according to the UN refugee agency.

Britney Spears wants everyone to take a good look at her stunning engagement ring from Sam Asghari.In honor of her fiancé’s birthday, the pop star posted a sweet video of Asghari kissing her hand, which doubled as an excuse to show off her gorgeous engagement ring. Britney Spears to write a tell-all memoir in a book deal reportedly worth as much as $15 millionBritney Spears hits back at haters and shares new workout routineWhy Britney Spears wants sister Jamie Lynn Spears to take lie detector testIn the clip, the couple sit on a private jet while enjoying what looks like a cup of coffee.

Ariana DeBose becomes the first Afro-Latina queer actor to win a SAG Award in the best supporting actress category for her performance as Anita in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story. After accepting her award, the Puerto Rican descent star said her winning indicates “that doors are opening,” adding, “It’s an honor to an Afro Latina queer woman of color and a dancer and a singer and an actor.”DeBose also said that although she is the first, she will not be the last.

Holly Willoughby has shared a super-cute drawing by her son Chester with fans.

Russian forces are continuing their advance through Ukraine on day five of the invasion.

Michael Oliver has been appointed as the referee for the upcoming Manchester derby this weekend.

Jason Momoa and Channing Tatum are teaming up to cheer on Zoe Kravitz!

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Dancing With the Stars Maksim Chmerkovskiy is currently in Ukraine and has been sharing updates on his since Russia instigated an invasion of the country on February 24, 2022. Ukrainians woke that day to a , announcing what could become the biggest war in Europe since World War II.For those unfamiliar with Maksim Chmerkovskiy, he has been professional dancer on the popular reality competition series DWTS since its second season, and he won his first title alongside in 2014. Chmerkovskiy was born in Ukraine, and his family to Brooklyn, New York, in 1994.

Wilmer Valderrama or Sean Murray say the words that I wrote before. So I am sitting there going, 'This is a different kind of pressure. I hope he likes this,'" he shared. «I am across the seat looking at him going, 'Did you...? Oh, he liked that one! OK cool!'»«But the cool part about being on a show like this that is so long-term is that it is very familial.

Chloe Brockett has opened up about an off-screen spat she had with fellow Celebs Go Dating castmate Marty McKenna. The two reality TV stars recently took part in the popular celebrity dating show and, while they largely got on, apparently they butted heads on one occasion where Chloe called the Geordie Shore star a “c**t”. During a Q&A on Instagram, Chloe, 21, was asked if Marty was a 'c**t', when she admitted she’d called him one herself.

Andrew Garfield and his girlfriend Alyssa Miller only had eyes for each other on the 2022 SAG Awards red carpet Sunday.

Zack Sharf “Dancing With the Stars” favorite Maksim Chmerkovskiy announced on Instagram in a video post that he will attempt to leave Ukraine amid Russia’s invasion. Chmerkovskiy, who was born in the Ukraine city of Odessa, was in his home country ahead of the Russian invasion working on a project titled “World of Dance UA.” In the days since Russia invaded Ukraine, Chmerkovskiy has used Instagram to keep fans updated on his safety in the country. In a Feb.

wrote TheWrap’s Todd Gilchrist in his review of the film.Reviews also note that Pattinson, who stars as the Dark Knight detective, gets to be the active protagonist in his film, instead of being a supporting character to a villain that chews up the scenery like previous films. “The Batman” opens Friday in theaters nationwide.“Matt Reeves’s The Batman, at least as far as superhero movies go, feels so old-fashioned that it has come all the way around to unique again.

Geri Horner celebrated some exciting news on Sunday and took to social media to reveal the update to friends and fans.MORE: Geri Horner shares intimate glimpse inside skiing vacation with husband Christian and their kidsThe former Spice Girl shared on Instagram that her racehorse, Hector, took part in his first race ever and came in at a very respectable second place.WATCH: Geri Horner reveals unexpected mode of transport at the Dutch Grand PrixGeri shared a selection of beautiful pictures and videos capturing the day. One stunning snap was of her with Hannah Henn, the female jockey who rode Hector into the top slot.READ: Geri Horner stuns in rare photo with son Monty – but fans are distractedMORE: Geri Horner cosies up to husband Christian Horner in rare family selfieCaptioning the post, the star wrote: "Horse power! #girlpower Hector our lovely race horse (race name Lift Me Up) had his first ever race with female jockey @hannah_henn congrats they came second!! It was amazing to watch." Geri Horner cosying up to Hector the racehorse Geri dazzled in the photos, head to toe in white, other than some stylish grey wellies and completed with white knitted over-socks.In one of the videos Geri shared, she introduces Hector the horse saying: "Our first ever racehorse Hector there he is.

Savannah Guthrie hit a milestone age in December after turning 50, and she's never felt better.MORE: Hoda Kotb left frustrated over missed opportunity with co-star live on airHowever, on Monday's episode of Today, the NBC star received quite the surprise as she was discussing health and diet tips with guests Heidi Skolnik and Stephen Perrine, authors of The Whole Body Reset.The pair were talking Savannah and her co-host Hoda Kotb through different food groups that are good to include in your diet as you get older.VIDEO: Today's Savannah Guthrie shares glimpse into home life Both were excited about the segment, with Hoda telling them: "When we heard about this segment we were like 'What do we have to do!'"MORE: Savannah Guthrie reveals break from Today in new post - detailsMORE: Savannah Guthrie details her very real visit to the dentistHowever, towards the end, Savannah had a hilarious exchange with Stephen after realising that he had sent her a card about taking care of herself the moment she hit 50."I have a bone to pick with you," she began. "The minute I turn 50 – you send me that card.

"Dancing with the Stars" alum Maksim Chmerkovskiy revealed he was arrested as he tried to flee Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Russia. Chmerkovskiy ensured fans that he is "all good" following his arrest in an almost five-minute video shared to his 1.1 million followers. "[There’s] a lot of fighting everywhere," Chmerkovskiy said in his update.

Weekend fun with her little ones! Olivia Wilde shared a goofy glimpse into her life as the mom of two kids.

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Anderson Cooper's two sons, Wyatt and Sebastian, are already forming a sweet bond! The 54-year-old CNN host opened up about his almost 2-year-old son, Wyatt, interacting with his newborn baby, Sebastian, during a recent appearance on . «He cannot say Sebastian. He calls him Luke,» Cooper revealed.

Dave McNary Film ReporterFilm Independent has added five television categories to the Spirit Awards, to be held on April 24, 2021.The 2021 television categories include best new scripted series, new non-scripted or documentary series, male performance, female performance and ensemble cast. The organization also announced on Tuesday that the 2021 show will be returning to longstanding broadcast partner IFC, and that submissions for the 2021 program are now officially open.“The independent, diverse creators we’ve supported for decades now straddle the feature and episodic worlds,” board chair Mary Sweeney said.

Anthony D'Alessandro Editorial Director/Box Office EditorThe Film Independent Spirit Awards will also be lauding Television, effective with its April 24, 2021 ceremony which will air on IFC. The awards ceremony is celebrating its 36th year.Additional categories to the kudo telecast include Best New Scripted Series, Best New Non-Scripted or Documentary Series, Best Male Performance, Best Female Performance, and Best Ensemble Cast.