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Jessica Simpson rose to stardom in 1997 after she signed with Columbia Records aged 17. She enjoyed unprecedented success with her hit debut single, I Wanna Love You Forever, and went on to release seven studio albums.The blonde beauty hit the headlines in the early 2000s after she appeared on the MTV reality television series Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica.

Laufey has released ‘A Night At The Symphony’, a new live album from her shows at Reykjavik’s Harpa Concert Hall last year. Check it out below.The sold-out gigs took place in October as part of a world tour in support of the Icelandic-Chinese artist’s debut album, ‘Everything I Know About Love’.

Martin Scorsese has shared a list of his favourite films of all time.The director, known for films like Taxi Driver and The Wolf Of Wall Street, revealed his favourite films in a poll for Sight And Sound magazine.Since 1952, the magazine has asked various filmmakers every decade for their lists of the greatest films of all time. As part of the Winter 2022-23 issue, directors like Scorsese, Wes Anderson, Barry Jenkins and Ari Aster were invited to contribute their favourites.Scorsese’s top pick, 2001: A Space Odyssey, was named the overall favourite from the collective votes.

IDLES, Rina Sawayama, Hot Chip and more have backed a campaign urging the UK government to act on US visa charges.Last month, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it was planning to raise touring visa fees for foreign acts by 260 per cent.Under the DHS proposal, applications for a P visa – which allows acts arriving in the States to perform temporarily – would increase from the current rate of $460 (£375.23) to $1,615 (£1,317).The longer-term O work visa would also jump from $460 (£375.23) to $1,655 (£1,349).In response, the Music Managers Forum (MMF) and Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) boosted their #LetTheMusicMove campaign – originally created in June 2021 – to oppose the potential changes, emphasising that the move could result in “crippling costs for UK artists looking to tour North America”.Now, a number of touring artists have bolstered the campaign with their support.“After what we’ve been through with Brexit and the pandemic, the implications of these new visa proposals are incredibly worrying for all artists wanting to travel and perform in the US,” Sawayama said.“I travel with 15+ crew on a tight margin, and any increase in costs sadly gets passed onto concert goers through higher ticket prices, which is not fair. Live music should be democratic and accessible and this is just another blow to the arts sector and the experience of concert goers.”Adam Devonshire of IDLES added: “Britain is renowned for its hugely profitable musical exports, however with pointless and costly restrictions such as these, British artists will struggle to make a name for themselves in the US, which would be a huge shame.

HBO and stars Lily-Rose Depp and Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye are defending upcoming music industry drama "The Idol" after an article alleged its production under director Sam Levinson has gone "wildly, disgustingly off the rails" and has turned into "torture porn."  Director Amy Seimetz, of "The Girlfriend Experience," was originally hired to helm the drama before leaving after shooting 80% of the six-episode limited series, and Sam Levinson of "Euphoria" was brought in, according to Rolling Stone.The article claimed Tesfaye, who is a co-creator of the show, felt Seimetz was leaning too much into the "female perspective" of the story.  However, sources told Variety that the outlet's insiders had not seen the finished product, which still reportedly represents a "female perspective." Meanwhile, the streaming service told Fox News Digital in a statement, "The creators and producers of ‘The Idol’ have been working hard to create one of HBO’s most exciting and provocative original programs.The initial approach on the show and production of the early episodes, unfortunately, did not meet HBO standards so we chose to make a change." HBO continued, "Throughout the process, the creative team has been committed to creating a safe, collaborative, and mutually respectful working environment, and last year, the team made creative changes they felt were in the best interest of both the production and the cast and crew.

Jay Swingler vs Nichlmao will headline MF & DAZN: X Series 005 as the new series continues at the Telford International Centre this weekend.

Comedian Ali Wong said recently that she and ex-husband Justin Hakuta are "best friends" following their decision to divorce nearly a year ago.  "We’re really, really close; we’re best friends," Wong, 40, told The Hollywood Reporter in an interview published Wednesday, adding that the two had played pickleball together that morning. "We’ve been through so much together.

Naman Ramachandran IMG will be the exclusive publishing agent for the hit mobile game franchise Angry Birds, expanding its existing global licensing representation agreement with the brand’s parent company Rovio Entertainment. This is the first time the Angry Birds brand’s consumer products and location-based entertainment licensing and publishing rights will be consolidated under one global agency. IMG will seek to expand the franchise’s current publishing program, which includes regional deals with Penguin Children’s Puffin and Nordic publishing house Storytel, with new global and regional deals for books, comic books, audiobooks and activity books featuring the brand’s characters.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief HYBE Corp., the talent firm behind K-pop sensation BTS, has launched a campaign to woo the shareholders of SM Entertainment, the rival Korean talent empire in which it is poised become the largest single shareholder. In a letter and video package, issued Thursday, HYBE said that it was launching a campaign website detailing its business strategy and the ways in which it plans to prioritize SM shareholders. The documents directly criticized SM’s current management and also struck out at Korean entertainment-tech giant Kakao, with which SM has recently struck an alliance.

Carol Kirkwood delighted fans with her engagement news last May, and after the identity of her adoring beau Steve, was revealed on Thursday, the BBC breakfast regular has shared a slew of new loved-up photos beside husband-to-be.Taking to Twitter the TV star, 60, was spotted posing up a storm with her beau against a beautiful, snowy, Norwegian backdrop as they enjoyed a romantic getaway together.WATCH: Carol Kirkwood confirms engagement live on BBC BreakfastCaptioning the post, she penned: "What a difference a week makes! This time last week Steve and I were in the snow in beautiful Norway xxx." The pair looked so happy togetherIn the photos, Carol and Steve couldn't look happier as they posed for a number of beaming selfies. The star also shared snapshots of the breathtaking scenery the country has to offer.Carol's fans couldn't help but comment on the new photos, many congratulating her after going public with her relationship.

Eurovision has announced details about how to get tickets to this year’s competition.The 2023 Eurovision Song Contest will take place at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool from May 9-13, with the UK city staging the contest on behalf of Ukraine after organisers deemed the country unable to host the event due to the ongoing war with Russia.Tickets will now be available from next Tuesday (March 7) at 12pm GMT on Ticketmaster, and fans are encouraged to create an account in advance.Big #Eurovision2023 news! Tickets will be on sale from midday GMT on Tuesday 7th March

Ashnikko has announced their debut album ‘WEEDKILLER’ and shared details of a huge world tour for 2023 – find all the details below.The album will be released on June 2 via Parlophone, and will be available to pre-order from today (March 2) at 6pm GMT from here.“My bioluminescent heart is glowing. My post-apocalyptic fae world is here for you to journey into,” Ashnikko shared in a statement.

Big Hit Entertainment has issued a statement following reports that an employee of the Korail transport system had accessed RM’s personal information nearly 20 times over the course of three years.On March 1, SBS reported that a Korail employee, referred to only as A, had accessed RM’s personal information – including his mobile number, address and more – 18 times and had helped their friend book a train seat close to the BTS leader.The employee reportedly said of their actions: “I simply looked at it because I was curious. I am reflecting on my mistakes.”Korail, or Korea Railroad Corporation, said that the employee was in charge of IT development and had the authority to access customer’s personal data, reported the Korea Times.

Netflix‘s K-drama Hellbound amid reports that he is undergoing a police investigation in South Korea for illegal drug use.It was reported last month that Yoo had tested positive for propofol and marijuana, which are violations of South Korea’s South Korea’s Narcotics Control Act. Yesterday (March 1), Xportsnews reported, as translated by Soompi, that Yoo has also tested positive for cocaine and ketamine in a hair test.It was reported today that Yoo has been dropped from season two of Netflix’s Hellbound.

Beyoncé in a speech.“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the end of Black History Month and the beginning of Women’s History Month by honoring an individual who represents both so well,” Robert Garcia, representative for California’s 42nd congressional district said on the floor of the House of Representatives.“She’s an icon, she’s a legend, and she is now and forever the moment.

Listening to Gracie Abrams' debut album, Good Riddance, sometimes feels like you're eavesdropping on a conversation.

Strictly Come Dancing 2022 contestant Molly Rainford is reportedly on the verge of landing a role in BBC One soap EastEnders. News of the 22 year old's casting arrives via The Sun, with an insider telling the publication this week: "Molly joins a long line of former finalists who've gone on to bigger things than the competitors who've ultimately triumphed. "But anyone who saw her on Strictly could see the entertainment world was her oyster." EastEnders declined to comment upon OK's request.

horrific car fire accident on Nov. 12 that left him with third-degree burns on his face, chest, and hands.The 72-year-old was met with loud applause from the audience as he sat down to chat with the “Since U Been Gone” singer about his injuries.“You look great though,” Clarkson told Leno, to which he replied, “This is a brand-new face.”“It is, it’s unbelievable,” Leno continued.

Woody Harrelson made a rare red carpet appearance with his family at the premiere of his new movie, "Champions," in New York City. The 61-year-old actor was joined by his wife, Laura Louie, 55, and their daughters, Deni, 30, and Makani, 16, as he attended the event at the AMC Lincoln Square Theater on Monday night.The pair, who have been married since 2008, also share daughter Zoe, 26.

A young escort has bravely shared their experiences of being treated 'less than human' and regularly fearing they are 'going to die'. This includes being punched and strangled while selling sex in a hotel with strangers threatening to rape, kill, or throw acid on her.

Love Island fans have been left asking 'how' as they were left floored by a 'wicked plot twist'. During Wednesday night's episode (March 1), Olivia Hawkins and Maxwell Samuda were dumped from the Love Island villa.

Manchester is well served when it comes to trendy ramen spots, however a new restaurant specialising in the popular Japanese noodle dish is embracing the 'food porn' trend with a cheeky launch campaign.

@adee. ah. In recent months Adea has been detailing the aftermath of getting liposuction and a Brazillian butt lift around six months ago.

Delta Goodrem has announced a surprising new role - she's going to be in a movie. The former Home and Away actress turned worldwide singer-songwriter is going to star in a new film called Love Is In The Air.  She took to Instagram on Thursday to share the exciting news with her followers and revealed she has been living in The Whitsundays with her boyfriend Matthew Copely to shoot the movie.

new “baby mama” in mind should he choose to welcome baby No. 13.The 42-year-old host was joined by “The Real Housewives of New York City” alum Luann de Lesseps, 57, on Wednesday’s episode of “The Masked Singer” as she provided the judges with clues to guess the identity of the masked performer Medusa.But before the cabaret singer could give her hints, Cannon told the audience that the duo “have a love thing going” — to which she replied, while caressing his shoulder, “We do, we do,” according to The Sun. Lesseps then joked to Cannon that she “wouldn’t tell — if he didn’t,” as judge Robin Thicke perfectly interjected, “We will all find out nine months later.”The remark both stunned and amused the fellow judges and live audience, the outlet reported.

Peter Caranicas Deputy Editor Lawrence Pitkethly, who produced and directed multiple documentary series shown on PBS and other broadcasters, died Feb. 24 at Albany Medical Center near his home in Hudson, N.Y., of cardiopulmonary arrest linked to complications from Parkinson’s. He was 79. Pitkethly is best known for “American Cinema” (1995), a 10-part, $7 million series for PBS, BBC and Canal Plus covering U.S. filmmaking that he produced, co-wrote and co-directed. It examined film genres, the rise and fall of the studio system, the creation of stars and other aspects of American movies through interviews with Steven Spielberg, Martin Scorsese, Clint Eastwood, Sydney Pollack, George Lucas, Quentin Tarantino, Spike Lee, Joel Coen and other major players. John Lithgow served as host; Matthew Modine, Kathleen Turner and Cliff Robertson narrated.

ITV’s profits slid by more than 12% last year reflecting “planned investment in content and ITVX,” according to the network.

Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon has opened the doors to her stunning home, just weeks after welcoming her first child with footballer Ryan Ledson.The family of three live in a quirky pad in Blackpool, close to the training ground for Preston North End - the football team that Ryan plays for as a midfielder. Lucy exclusively revealed to OK! that their son, who they welcomed at the end of January, had been christened Sonny Jude Ledson.The 27 year old actress also shared the details of her delivery, which she jokingly describes as looking like a "crime scene", as she opened up about life as a new mum.

Arlo Parks has shared new single ‘Impurities’ from her forthcoming second album ‘My Soft Machine’ – listen to it below.The new track – which follows first single ‘Weightless’ shared back in January – is a gentle, soothing tribute to community.“It’s about being around people who make you feel like your inner ugliness and failures and mistakes don’t matter, who lift you up and make you laugh, who make you feel good and clean,” Parks said in a statement.The singer collaborated on production duties with Romil Hemnani from Brockhampton and Carter Lang, and was inspired by nights listening to The Beatles and SZA, along with her love for atmospheric music, according to a press release.Listen to ‘Impurities’ below.New album ‘My Soft Machine’ will arrive on May 26 via Transgressive Records. You can pre-order it here.The single arrives with a video directed by Jak Payne, which Parks wanted to “convey this atmospheric oscillation between solitude and companionship”.She continued: “I wanted to show how being around your people really does feel like coming home.

Boygenius performed live for the first time since 2018 last night (March 1) and debuted two new songs from their upcoming album, ‘the record’. Watch footage of the trio performing ‘Not Strong Enough’ and ‘Cool About It’ below.The supergroup of Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker was performing as part of the annual Tibet House Benefit concert at New York City’s Carnegie Hall.

The stars are hitting the red carpet!

Cambuslang Rangers co-boss Billy Campbell blasted his side’s game management after losing a last-gasp goal in their defeat to Irvine Meadow.

Riley Keough is taking over NYC in style!

The sale of Hollybush House, near Ayr, has gone to a closing date.

EXO will come together in April as a full group for a fan meeting to mark their 11th anniversary.The K-pop group announced Tuesday (February 28) that they would reunite for a two-night event at the KSPO Dome in Seoul on April 8 and 9 – the former event taking place 11 years to the day they debuted with the song ‘Mama’, released separately by sub-units EXO-K and EXO-M.Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, Sehun, Suho and Xiumin will participate in the event, which is called 2023 EXO Fanmeeting “EXO’ Clock”. A fanclub pre-sale will begin on March 6, 8pm KST, while general sale begins March 8, 8pm KST.

Madonna reportedly visited her brother Anthony Ciccone in the last few months of his life. According to a source who spoke to People, Madonna, along with her six other siblings, had a complex relationship with her older brother Anthony due to his long-standing struggles with addiction. However, despite the estrangement, the Grammy Award-winning singer did her best to be a source of support for him in his final months.