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Kevin Bacon and his wife Kyra Sedgewick play and sing a John Prine song

Actor Kevin Bacon and his wife Kyra Sedgwick play and sing a song by John Prine on Instagram. The married couple shared the video recently on social media. According to CNN, singer-songwriter John Prine is critically ill with COVID-19. Bacon and Sedgwick tied the knot in 1988. View this post on Instagram My heart goes out to @john_prine and his family at this difficult time. John's music has touched @Kikkosedg and I so much....We've spent the past two weeks learning his songs while social distancing and staying home. This is take 37 we recorded a week ago of one of our favorite songs of his. His songs have brought us so much laughter, joy, love, and even brought us closer together during this tough time. Let's all send good wishes and strength to him when he needs it most. A post shared by Kevin Bacon (@kevinbacon) on Mar 29, 2020 at 7:25pm PDT

ShowBiz Minute: Eilish, Royals, Elmo

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On This Day: 30 March 1977

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Gene Wilder comedy "Silver Streak" had a royal premiere in London. (March 30) AP

Elton John hosting the I Heart Living Room Concert

Elton John is hosting the I Heart Living Room Concert on Fox.  Elton John will host with performances by Alicia Keys, Backstreet Boys, Billie Eilish, Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day, Mariah Carey, Tim McGraw and more. According to E! News, the concert is a benefit for people affected by Coronavirus. Elton John is honoring "all the medical professionals who are working tirelessly to help treat patients of COVID-19" by hosting the concert. The I Heart Living Room Concert for America will air on Fox on Sunday, March 29th at 9 pm Eastern and 6 pm Pacific. View this post on Instagram I will be honouring all the medical professionals who are working tirelessly to help treat patients of COVID-19 by hosting a one-of-a-kind concert event. Watch the @iHeartRadio Living Room Concert For America on @FOXTV, Sunday 3/29 at 9Pm ET / 6pm PT. #iHeartConcertOnFOX A post shared by Elton John (@eltonjohn) on Mar 27, 2020 at 7:31a

NJ pizzeria keeps employees working and feeds ERs

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After two New Jersey business owners and brothers took out a $50,000 line of credit to keep their workers employed amid the coronavirus pandemic, customers began donating money to send pizzas to the people one brother calls, "truly the heroes in this whole thing." (March 29) AP

John Travolta wishes Mariah Carey, Quentin Tarantino, and Lady Gaga a happy birthday

John Travolta shares a recent Instagram post wishing Mariah Carey, Quentin Tarantino, and Lady Gaga a happy birthday. The actor shared photos of himself and the other stars. Mariah Carey's birthday is March 27, 1970. She is 50-years-old. Quentin Tarantino's birthday is March 27, 1963. He is 57-years-old. Lady Gaga's birthday is March 28, 1986. She is 34-years-old. Happy birthday Mariah Carey, Quentin Tarantino, and Lady Gaga! View this post on Instagram Happy Birthday Mariah, Quentin and Lady Gaga! A post shared by John Travolta (@johntravolta) on Mar 27, 2020 at 8:53pm PDT

Basketball star Curry talks coronavirus with Fauci

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Dr. Anthony Fauci told Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry on Thursday that the United States will not be able to get "back to some degree of normality" until the country starts seeing a decline in confirmed coronavirus cases. (March 26) AP

Jenna Dewan shares video of her newborn baby

Jenna Dewan shares a recent video of her and Steve Kazee's newborn on Instagram. The actress shared a video of her fiance Steve Kazee holding the newborn Callum in his arms. According to E-News, the infant was born on March 6, 2020. Callum is Jenna Dewan's second child. Jenna is the ex-wife of actor and dancer Channing Tatum. The former couple is parents to daughter Everly. All the kisses ❤️ @SteveKazee pic.twitter.com/umSoeZWfBE — Jenna Dewan (@jennadewan) March 27, 2020

ShowBiz Minute: Kelly, Swift, Royals

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R. Kelly seeks release from jail, cites coronavirus risk; Taylor Swift surprises some of her fans with money donations; Duke and Duchess of Cambridge post video of their children applauding NHS workers in Britain. (March 27) AP

Jesse Tyler Ferguson looks to end of 'Modern Family'

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"Modern Family" actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson says "the past month of shooting was extremely emotional" on the hit comedy, and adds that the cast is in touch via the House Party app. (March 27) AP

On This Day: 27 March 1973

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Liza Minnelli's "Cabaret" swept the board at the Academy Awards. (March 27) AP

Coronavirus and Hollywood: Eisenberg travels cross country in RV

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Actor Jesse Eisenberg and his family are isolating in an RV headed home to Indiana from Los Angeles. (March 27) AP

Steve Aoki launches online bootcamp

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Recording artist Steve Aoki encourages fans who are self-isolating to join his daily boot camps online, where he will showcase a new album track every day. (March 27) AP

Coronavirus closes ballparks, delays Opening Day

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The coronavirus pandemic empties US ballparks on Opening Day, Thursday, March 26. If the closure continues the rest of the season, baseball fans worry nearby restaurants may close for good. (March 26) AP

Passersby check out Coronavirus-themed murals in Austin

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Artists paint a series of coronavirus-themed murals on the outsides of boarded-up businesses in Austin, Texas. (March 26) AP

Actress Kate Hudson asks social media person to maintain social distancing

Is anyone else asking friends, family members, or colleagues to stand back? "Fools Gold" actress Kate Hudson is asking her social media person to maintain social distance because of COVid-19.  She asked employee Danny to stay back while he was filming Hudson for Instagram. Hudson was hard at work on her and brother Oliver Hudson's podcast @siblingrevelery. She captioned the video on her Instagram, "New episode out now@sibling revelry Adjusting to this time has got me tongue tied and anxious but good thing I have @oliverhudson to remind me that laughter is always a useful and important medicine. Enjoy!" View this post on Instagram New episode out now @siblingrevelry Adjusting to this time has got me tongue tied and anxious but good thing I have @theoliverhudson to remind me that laughter is always a useful and important medicine ❤️ Enjoy! (download wherever you listen to podcasts) A post shared by Kat
View this post on Instagram Tonight is the night!!! Season 18 of #KUWTK premieres at 8/7c on E! I can’t wait to watch it with you guys tonight @KUWTK 🤍 ‬ A post shared by Kim Kardashian West (@kimkardashian) on Mar 26, 2020 at 9:00am PDT

ShowBiz Minute: Cardoz, Tekashi 6ix9ine, Tony Awards

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Stars of 'Tacoma FD' work to provide laughs during trying times

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Actors Steve Lemme and Kevin Heffernan of "Tacoma FD" reveal how production of the show has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. (March 26) AP

Coronavirus and Hollywood: Hair stylists out of work

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Coronavirus and Hollywood: Hair stylists out of work

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Hair stylist Steven Mason can't work during social distancing - "I will be ok for a little while... It's tough." (March 26) AP

Coronavirus and Hollywood: 'It's a giant scramble'

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TV editor and film director Pi Ware discusses how the new coronavirus has affected his work. (March 26) AP

Colorado Governor Jared Polis announces stay-at-home orders for the state of Colorado

According to NBC, officials have announced a stay-at-home order for the state of Colorado. The stay at home order goes into effect at 6 am Thursday and lasts until April 26th. Additional counties were added to a list of areas already on stay at home orders to battle Covid-19 in Colorado. These additional counties include Adams, Arapahoe, Douglas, Jefferson, and Boulder counties. According to Colorado Governor Jared Polis, travel for essential means like grocery shopping or seeking emergency care is allowed. Caring for a sick loved one is also allowed. The staying-at-home order is now law.

Happy Birthday to actress Jessica Chastain

Happy birthday to Golden Globe winner Jessica Chastain. According to IMDB, the actress won Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture-drama for her role in the film "Zero Dark Thirty" in 2013. Chastain shared a message on Instagram on March 25, 2020. Jessica wrote, "Thank you for all of the birthday wishes and virtually celebrating with me yesterday!" Jessica has 3 million Instagram followers and she wrote, "You are fully and unconditionally loved" on her profile. Happy birthday Jessica! View this post on Instagram Thank you for all of the Birthday wishes & virtually celebrating with me yesterday! 🥰 A post shared by Jessica Chastain (@jessicachastain) on Mar 25, 2020 at 11:41am PDT