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Eric Clapton Says He Won’t Play at Shows Where COVID-19 Vaccination Proof Is Required

Eric Clapton said on Wednesday that he will refuse to perform at venues where proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is required, after British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the introduction of vaccine passports from September for certain events and venues. “Following the PM’s announcement on Monday the 19th of July 2021, I feel honour bound…


Chloe Zhao Joins Fellow Oscar Winner Bong Joon-Ho on Venice Festival Jury

“Nomadland” director Chloe Zhao will join fellow Oscar-winning filmmaker Bong Joon-ho on the main jury at this year’s Venice International Film Festival, organizers said on Wednesday. The judging line-up for the 78th edition of the festival held in the Italian lagoon city will also include “Widows” and “Harriet” actress Cynthia Erivo and filmmaker Alexander Nanau,…


How Crowdfunding for ‘The Chosen’ Proved Positive Stories Can Be Successful

“The Chosen,” a biblical drama about the life of Jesus that became a multi-season TV show viewed by millions, has opened new business opportunities for creators of films amplifying positive values, according to the CEO of its production company. The crowdfunded project to produce the series was created in response to overwhelmingly negative stories produced…


Comedian Tom O’Connor Dies Aged 81

Comedian Tom O’Connor has died aged 81, his family has announced. The entertainer, born in Bootle, Merseyside, was best known for presenting a number of hit gameshows including “Crosswits” and “Name That Tune.” O’Connor died on Sunday morning, his family confirmed via his agent. O’Connor’s comedy career started out in working men’s clubs, however, he…


Report: ‘Bad Girls Club’ Actress Died From Cocktail of Drugs, Alcohol

One of the early members of the show “Bad Girls Club” died from a mix of booze and drugs, according to a death certificate first obtained by TMZ Friday. Whitney Collings died from acute intoxication by the combined effects of fentanyl, cocaine, alcohol and clonazepam, according to the death certificate. Clonazepam is used to control…


Nipsey Hussle ‘Dis’ Eyed as Possible Motive in Aspiring Rapper’s Murder Captured on Instagram Live: Police

By Nancy Dillon From New York Daily News An aspiring southern California rapper shot to death during an Instagram Live last week may have been targeted due to an alleged “dis” against the late rapper Nipsey Hussle, a police official said Tuesday. Zerail Rivera, who went by the name Indian Red Boy, was murdered in…


Britney Spears Can Choose Own Lawyer in Conservatorship Case, Judge Rules

Britney Spears is free to choose her own attorney in her conservatorship case, a Los Angeles judge ruled Wednesday. The pop singer indicated in a petition to the court that she wanted to be represented by attorney Matthew Rosengart, a former federal prosecutor who, in the past, represented Steven Spielberg and Sean Penn. Her former…


‘Night Court’ Actor Charlie Robinson Dies at 75

LOS ANGELES—Charlie Robinson, the versatile and prolific actor whose many credits ranged from stage productions of “Driving Miss Daisy” and “Fences” to such films as “Secret Santa” and “Miss Lettie and Me” to his long-running role as the court clerk Mac Robinson in the sitcom “Night Court,” has died. He was 75. Robinson died Sunday…


Cannes Animated Film Revives Anne Frank Story for New Generation

CANNES, France—Featuring Anne Frank’s imaginary friend Kitty as its guiding force, a new animated film presented at the Cannes Film Festival seeks to reconnect one of the defining stories of the World War Two Holocaust against the Jews to the present day—and a new audience. By “Waltz with Bashir” creator Ari Folman, “Where is Anne…


Paris Police Release Rapper Lil Baby, Hand Him Drug Fine

PARIS—Paris police released rapper Lil Baby from custody on Friday after fining him for having cannabis in his car, according to the city prosecutor’s office. He was stopped along with NBA star James Harden, who was frisked but not detained. Lil Baby’s arrest on Thursday along one of the French capital’s most upscale avenues shocked…