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French director Leos Carax returned to the Cannes Film Festival in full force back in 2021 with “Annette” (and we’ll forgive the reader if it feels longer ago than that; COVID was a weird time). Carax’s film was Best Director on the 2021 Croisette, a slew of Césars (including another Best Director win), and made several annual top 10 lists by the time 2021 ended.

Naomi Osaka is back on the court after welcoming her daughter, Shai, into the world in July 2023 with her boyfriend, Cordae. The couple has been dating since 2019 and although he didn’t know she was a tennis star, he has been in her corner on and off the court ever since. So who is the rapper? Here’s everything you need to know.Cordae, whose full name is Cordae Amari Dunston, was born on August 26, 1997, in North Carolina, but he was mainly raised in Suitland, Maryland. The 26-year-old rapper was known as YBN Cordae from his time in the hip-hop collective YBN, but when the group disbanded in 2020, he dropped the YBN.His debut studio album, “The Lost Boy” (2019), earned him two Grammy Award nominations for Best Rap Album and Best Rap Song for “Bad Idea” featuring Chance the Rapper.

Justin Timberlake has announced a free one-off show in London next week.The US singer made the surprise announcement today (February 16), revealing that he will be performing at the Roundhouse in Camden on Friday, February 23.Tickets to attend are free but space is limited, and a lottery registration is currently open now here until 11:59pm GMT on Sunday, February 18.The ‘Mirrors’ singer shared the news with a picture on social media which showed posters plastered across a boarded up storefront reading: “Justin Timberlake is performing for one night only in London. Roundhouse 2/23.”LONDON ➡️ ROUNDHOUSE 2/23 pic.twitter.com/aLpwZw8Ewn— Justin Timberlake (@jtimberlake) February 16, 2024Fans can request up to two tickets for the “one night only” performance.

Taylor Swift has donated $100,000 (£79,585) to the family of a woman killed in a mass shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs’ victory parade on Wednesday (February 14).As The Guardian reports, the fatal shooting occurred at the Union Station in Kansas City, Missouri after the Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 at last weekend’s Super Bowl.One person was killed, with the victim being identified as Lisa Lopez-Galvan – a 43-year-old local DJ. At least 22 others were injured in the shooting.

TikTok and its many high-profile creators – but which actors have the biggest influence on the social media platform?TikTok is now available in over 150 markets across the world in 75 different languages, with the past year looking like the most successful yet for the application.Despite it almost being banned in the United States in September 2020 – and still facing potential bans now – the platform’s popularity continues to grow.As you’d expect, some of the most followed accounts belong to social media influencers rather than established celebrities. However, the app’s most followed individuals such as Khaby Lame (161.5 million) and Charli D’Amelio (151.9 million) are now arguably two of the most recognisable figures in the world.You’ll actually be hard-pressed to find many actual actors in the top 100 list, but there are a few who make the cut.With a whopping 74.2 million followers, Dwayne Johnson (aka The Rock) is the most followed actor on the platform, sitting at 10th place overall.

What’s next for Christopher Nolan after “Oppenheimer“? Variety reports that the director doesn’t have exact plans yet for his next film, but he’d consider making a horror movie, so long as the idea was “really exceptional.” READ MORE: Christopher Nolan Wins 2024 DGA Award For ‘Oppenheimer’ Nolan talked about his love of the horror genre at an event at BFI last night in London.

As many predicted, “Madame Web” is a terrible movie, but let’s not say the same for Dakota Johnson‘s recent press tour for Sony‘s “Spider-Verse” spinoff. The actress has been publicity gold the past few weeks discussing the film.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music The family of Brian Wilson, co-founder and primary songwriter of the Beach Boys, has filed for a conservatorship after the death of the musician’s wife last month. The filing states that Wilson, 81, is suffering from a “major neurocognitive disorder (such as dementia).” “Following the passing of Brian’s beloved wife Melinda, after careful consideration and consultation among Brian, his seven children, Gloria Ramos and Brian’s doctors (and consistent with family processes put in place by Brian and Melinda), we are confirming that longtime Wilson family representatives LeeAnn Hard and Jean Sievers will serve as Brian’s co-conservators of the person,” the family wrote in a post on Instagram late Thursday.

Oscar-winning actress Susan Sarandon called for a "permanent cease-fire" to the conflict in Gaza on Thursday while addressing the media from the halls of Congress. Video obtained by Fox News Digital showed Sarandon speaking to journalists with demonstrators for Code Pink.This left-wing anti-war 501 organization focuses on numerous Middle Eastern issues, including Palestinian statehood. "There's never been a peace that's been attained to violence.

Prince Harry has opened up about the possibility of him becoming a US citizen in a revealing new interview on Good Morning America.The Duke of Sussex chatted to host Will Reeve about everything from his life in California to his rift with the Royal Family. Harry, 39, relocated to America in 2020 with wife Meghan Markle, 42, after they made the decision to step down from Royal duties.The couple now reside in Montecito, California with their two young children, Archie, four, and two year old Lilibet. Harry told Will that while he doesn't "feel American", he has "considered" applying for US citizenship.

Following the sudden and unexpected passing of BBC Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright, speculation has arisen surrounding the cause of his death. While some suggested it may have been due to the loss of his beloved radio show, his brother Laurence has addressed rumours, stating it was more likely due to lifestyle choices.

Marks and Spencer has been levelling up its handbag and accessories game recently, offering loads of luxe-looking pieces that look designer at affordable prices. And the retailer has done it again with a stylish new woven shopper bag, £50 here. The black faux leather tote bag is an almost exact alternative to Bottega Veneta’s medium Cabat bag that would set you back£6,450 here.The two bags are both made up of an intricate woven pattern and hold a similar shape to one another.

A new Love Island teaser shows tensions rising between Tom Clare and Molly Smith, after the girls received phone calls from home.The boys return from their day out to find out about the calls, with the girls quickly telling them what's been said. Molly, 29, received a call from her best friend at home, while Georgia S and Georgia H received calls from ex-Islanders Dani Dyer and Olivia Attwood Dack. Sophie got to speak to her older sister Rochelle Humes, and Jess had a chat with BFF and TOWIE star Demi Sims.

Prince Harry has opened up about King Charles' cancer for the first time and expressed how thankful he was to have been able to visit his father in the UK during a touching interview.The Duke of Sussex also hinted that this tough time might lead to a reunion with the Royal Family.The interview took place on Thursday, 15 February just after Harry had an exciting ride on a bobsled at the place where the Invictus Games will happen next year, reports Mirror Online. While he discussed the Invictus Games, life with Meghan and whether he would become an American citizen, he also spoke openly about his father with Good Morning America.

Loose Women star Coleen Nolan has opened up about her views on marriage and revealed that she would consider tying the knot with partner Michael Jones, but only if he signs a prenup. The 58 year old presenter, who has been previously married to EastEnders actor Shane Richie and musician Ray Fensome, expressed her reluctance to undergo the financial complexities of divorce again. Despite finding prenups unromantic, Coleen emphasised the importance of protecting her assets and avoiding the distressing legal battles she endured in her past marriages.

a viral video shared by former Channel Seven sports TV host Jacqui Felgate, Paul, the cabin crew member, was shown inviting passengers to sing along to Swift’s hit song “Cruel Summer,” from her 2019 album, “Lover.” In the video, Paul asks if everyone knows the song. As passengers began chiming in, Paul conducted and danced. “That was good.

what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.But apparently that doesn’t apply to Usher’s sold-out “My Way” residency, which led to him scoring the biggest gig in music — the headlining spot at the Super Bowl halftime show — at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas last Sunday.After his epic halftime show — featuring all-star support from special guests Alicia Keys, Ludacris, Lil Jon, H.E.R., will.i.am and Jermaine Dupri — Usher married longtime love Jennifer Goicoechea, and then said goodbye to Sin City, which had been their homebase since his residency started at the Dolby Live — Park MGM in 2022.But Usher is planning to bring the Vegas experience to his upcoming Past Present Future Tour, which kicks off Aug. 14 in Atlanta — the city that started it all for the 45-year-old superstar when he made his self-titled debut at 15 in 1994.“The reality is that, naturally, I want the rest of the world to have access to what people felt from these theater shows that I had here in Las Vegas,” Usher told The Post.“I’m going to curate it in a much different way because now I’m playing, obviously, bigger spaces, but I get a chance to immerse people in this experience and bring it live directly to you.”And even going from a theater to arenas — including four shows at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on Sept.

died that same year — Morrison’s decision to leave the cursed Fox musical dramedy was shot down by producers. On a recent episode of the “And That’s What You REALLY Missed” podcast, hosted by “Glee” alums Jenna Ushkowitz and Kevin McHale, the Broadway actor, 45, got candid about feeling miserable on the show.“I actually was trying to get off the show,” Morrison — who played teacher Will Schuester who helmed the school’s glee club — recalled. “In Season 5, I asked to be off the show, just ‘cause like, I’m no longer being used in the way I wanted to.”The “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” actor noted that he wanted to pursue other projects such as film.

Anna Marie de la Fuente Top Brazilian titles at the Berlin Festival and EFM: “Betânia,” (Marcelo Botta) Botta’s feature debut, produced by Salvatore Filmes, associate produced by Ventre Studio, selected for Berlin’s Panorama. Set in stunning but barren Brazilian sand dunes, Betânia, 65, rebuilds amid global collapse. After losing her husband to a salty diet common in electricity-deprived areas, she seeks solace in a new village, cherishing its traditions.

six years after they divorced.The “Yes Day” actress, 51, is currently in talks to star alongside Affleck’s bestie Matt Damon in his Netflix project “Animals,” according to the Hollywood Reporter.The upcoming crime thriller will be produced by the “Argo” director, 51, alongside Damon, 53.Affleck will be directing the production and work is set to begin in March in Los Angeles. The storyline revolves around a a mayoral candidate and his wife who must save their son after he is kidnapped.

interview with “Good Morning America” Friday, according to the King’s former butler.The Duke of Sussex, 39, “loves his family” and is “grateful” that he was able to visit his estranged father, he said in a tell-all chat with host Will Reeve.But according to Grant Harrold, who worked for King Charles for seven years when he was the Prince of Wales, the Duke’s relatives “won’t be over the moon” about his revelations.“If Harry is going into great discussion about anything, it’s possible that the royals won’t be over the moon,” Harrold exclusively told The Post. “I have no idea why Harry feels the need to speak out, that’s what I don’t understand.

K.J. Yossman All3Media has finally been sold. Redbird IMI has snapped up the production-distribution giant behind “The Traitors” and Jamie Dornan-starrer “The Tourist” from owners Liberty Global and Warner Bros.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Primary Wave Music has announced a partnership with the heirs of a producer behind the legendary dance-music group the Village People that involves a stake in the outfit’s brand, master recordings and publishing assets. Songs included in the partnership are such dancefloor icons as “Y.M.C.A.,” “Macho Man,” “In the Navy,” “Go West” and more.

Ellise Shafer Sebastian Stan corrected a journalist at the Berlin Film Festival press conference for his new film, the psychological thriller “A Different Man,” when they used insensitive language to describe a character with facial disfigurement. The film follows Edward (Stan), who, after undergoing facial surgery, becomes fixated on another man playing him in a stage production based on his former life.

Callum McLennan It may not match last year’s sheer quantity in competition strands, but Spain still boasts a high quality presence at the Berlinale. Following, highlights the festival and EFM: “Every You Every Me,” (Michael Fetter Nathansky) A factory worker strives to reconnect with her distant husband, exploring the rediscovery of love within the complexities of relationships. From Contando Films, Studio Zentral, Network Movie and Nephilim, a German-Spanish production.

William Earl Variety has promoted Lindsey Elfenbein to VP of global summits and strategic partnerships. In her elevated role, Elfenbein will continue to oversee the brand’s global thought-leadership vertical and expand Variety’s portfolio of B2B and consumer clients across tech, financial, consultancy and pharmaceutical categories.

Anna Marie de la Fuente Brazil’s film industry hits Berlin with a new stride in its step, bringing 46 producers and 80-plus films and projects, according to promotional org Cinema do Brasil, led by chairman André Sturm and manager, Maria Marta. It is also in the process of receiving part of Brazil’s Paulo Gustavo Law funding, which is pouring RS2.8 billion ($571.1 million) into Brazil’s audiovisual sector, from rich states such as São Paulo to small town video stores.

Callum McLennan Going into Berlin’s European Film Market, Spain’s biggest sales agents are under no illusion just how tough international markets have become. “Paradoxically, in one of the best moments for Spanish productions, we are finding that some of our top dramas are getting hard to sell unless selected in Cannes, Venice or Berlin,” says Latido Films CEO Antonio Saura. Also, “If American productions dominate at least 80% of markets, and local productions claim about half what remains.

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Lily Allen has revealed that she is underway with work on a new album, and told fans that they can expect to hear the new material “soon”.The update was shared by the British singer-songwriter last night (February 15), when she took to social media to respond to a fan asking about new music.“Please when are you making a follow-up to your best LP, ‘No Shame’?,” they asked the singer on X/Twitter yesterday, to which she replied: “I am making it now, I don’t know how long it will take, but you will be able to hear some things soon.”At time of writing, it is not yet clear what the album will be titled or when it is expected to be released. However, when it does arrive it will mark Allen’s first full-length LP ‘No Shame’, which arrived back in 2018.I am making it now, I don’t know how long it will take, but you will be able to hear some things soon.

Netflix viewers have been left baffled by the trailer for new Korean comedy series Chicken Nugget, which may be even more bizarre than Squid Game.The chaotic new show sees a young woman, Min-ah, turned into a sauce-covered chicken nugget after stepping into a mysterious machine, promoting her father, Seon-man, and her admirer, Baek-joong, to embark on a desperate quest to transform her back.The official synopsis reads: “A woman steps into an odd machine and becomes… a chicken nugget?! Now, it’s up to her father and admirer to embark on a zany quest to bring her back.’Chicken Nugget was originally a highly popular Naver web series, created by Park Ji-Dok, commonly known as PJD, but has now been acquired by the streaming platform.The 12-episode mini-series is yet to arrive on UK Netflix but the surreal trailer has got fans equally bemused and excited.“We will be seated,” posted one viewer on X (formerly Twitter), while another joked: “What a horrible idea and it looks bad … we’ll watch it.”“Netflix needs to be stopped,” said another as a fourth person added: “This is so absurd that I might actually watch

Microsoft has begun to tease the successor to the Xbox Series X/S, promising the “largest technical leap” in Xbox console history.Following rumours Xbox was set to make a number of exclusive titles available to both PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch gamers, many fans assumed Microsoft could be about to follow the lead of Sega and pivot away from hardware to become a software-only studio.However during a podcast presentation about the “vision for the future” of the brand last night (February 15), Microsoft confirmed it was set to continue to manufacture consoles.“There’s some exciting stuff coming out in hardware that we’re going to share this holiday and we’re also invested in the next generation roadmap,” said Xbox president Sarah Bond. “What we’re really focused on there is delivering the largest technical leap you will have ever seen in a hardware generation”“That makes it better for players, and better for creators and the visions that they’re building,” she added.

Remedy Entertainment has confirmed plans to “expand and grow” the Alan Wake franchise following the success of Alan Wake 2.The long-awaited sequel to the 2010 original was finally released in October last year to critical acclaim. Alan Wake 2 was named NME’s Game Of 2023 and picked up two awards at The Game Awards including Best Narrative.Now Remedy has confirmed the game is the studio’s fastest selling title, with over 1.3million units sold [via VGC].“We are happy with the start of the sales,” explained Remedy’s CEO Tero Virtala.

Welcome to Deadline’s International Disruptors, a feature where we shine a spotlight on key executives and companies outside of the U.S. shaking up the offshore marketplace. Today we’re talking to Stephen Kelliher, co-founder and MD of established London-based sales and film finance outfit Bankside Films. The company played a key role in getting Australian horror hit Talk to Me off the ground and Kelliher walks us through how that project came together as well as Bankside’s hefty EFM slate this year.

EXCLUSIVE: One of the UK’s biggest sports producers could lay off around 5% of staff as the troubling economic headwinds hit the world of sports production.

The All3Media sale saga has drawn to a close after almost a year with RedBird IMI confirming the acquisition of The Traitors superindie from Warner Bros. Discovery and Liberty Global for £1.15B ($1.45B).